The Traveler Stretched out on the Grass
1888
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1888
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Traveler Stretched out on the Grass is a 1888 by Alphonse Legros, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
In this painting, a lone figure is seen lying on the grass, with a hat beside them. The figure is dressed in dark clothing and appears to be resting or sleeping. The scene is set in a landscape with trees and bushes in the background. The artist has used a range of colors to depict the scene, from the greens of the grass and trees to the browns of the figure's clothing. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. This painting is reminiscent of the work of artists who explored the Impressionism and Realism movements.
