On the Fortifications at Saint-Ouen
1922
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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Auguste Brouet
Auguste Brouet (1872–1941) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
On the Fortifications at Saint-Ouen is a 1922 by Auguste Brouet, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a scene of people working on the fortifications at Saint-Ouen. In the foreground, several men are engaged in various activities, such as hammering and lifting heavy objects. The background features a large stone wall with a gate, and a few buildings can be seen in the distance. The artist has used a range of colors to depict the scene, from the earthy tones of the stone wall to the blues and grays of the sky. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to explore more of Auguste Brouet's work.
Auguste Brouet (1872–1941) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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