Who painted Burning the Grass?

Burning the Grass was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1884.

Where can I see Burning the Grass?

Burning the Grass is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Burning the Grass?

Burning the Grass is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Burning the Grass

Alphonse Legros , 1884

Burning the Grass is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1920.544
Credit line: Gift of Ralph King

About this work

Overview

Burning the Grass is a print by Alphonse Legros, created in 1884, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a person crouching to ignite a fire in a grassy area, conveying a sense of action through the figure's hunched posture and the flame they hold.

Technique & Style

Loose, expressive lines characterize the work, capturing the energy of the scene, and align with the Realist emphasis on representing everyday life.