In the Forest of Conteville (Dans la foret de Conteville)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a dense woodland with tall trees and a sunlit clearing in the distance. The view is from within the forest, and the horizon is covered by foliage. There is brighter light on the upper right side of the image, suggesting an open sky. The trees and foliage are detailed with cross-hatching and etching lines to add texture. The color scheme is sepia-toned, giving a classic atmosphere. The tree trunks closer to the viewer are dark, while the clearing beyond is illuminated by filtered light.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.5476

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Bliss 1923, no. 352


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1923

  • A Catalogue of the Etchings, Drypoints and Lithographs by Professor Alphonse Legros (1837-1911) In the Collection of Frank E. Bliss. Preface by Campbell Dodgson. London: Privately printed, 1923.

Wikidata ID

Q65018711

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