Who painted Near the Mill?

Near the Mill was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1884.

Where can I see Near the Mill?

Near the Mill is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Near the Mill?

Near the Mill is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Near the Mill

Alphonse Legros , 1884

Near the Mill 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.: 1920.559
Credit line: Gift of Ralph King

About this work

Overview

Near the Mill is a 1884 print by Alphonse Legros, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene riverbank scene with a lone figure seated on the shore, surrounded by tall, slender trees. The calm atmosphere is punctuated by subtle suggestions of movement in the trees and water.

Technique & Style

Loose, expressive lines convey the textures of leaves, reeds, and ripples in the monochromatic composition, characteristic of a sketch-like approach.

Context

This work is associated with the Realist movement, which focused on everyday scenes and subjects.