Tumulus gaulois

Tumulus gaulois

Alphonse Legros

1884

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a dark, tangled forest with thick trees and bushes. In the center, a round, pale mound stands out—it looks like an old burial hill. The lines are scratchy and uneven, almost like they were drawn quickly. The mound is the only light spot in the shadowy scene. It might be a burial site, but the artist left it simple and mysterious. If you like this style, check out Realism next.

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