The Simplon Road, Meillerie, France
1804
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Alexandre Calame
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Simplon Road, Meillerie, France is a 1804 by Alexandre Calame, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a winding mountain road with a wooden bridge in the middle. The bridge has a thatched roof and looks old, with rough wooden beams. On the right side, a person in a long coat and hat walks along the path, carrying a bundle. The background has steep hills covered in trees and rocky cliffs, with a sky full of soft clouds. The artist focused on the drama of nature—steep drops and rugged textures. The print’s grainy look makes the scene feel raw and real, like you’re standing there yourself. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this print in person.
Alexandre Calame (1810–1864) was an artist, born in Vevey.
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