1889
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Au Rocher Bernard is a 1889 by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of people working in a forest. In the foreground, a man is shown cutting down a tree with an axe, while another man is seen walking towards him, carrying a bundle of sticks on his back. The background of the painting features a dense forest with tall trees and a rocky terrain. The painting's use of earthy tones and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of calmness and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the forest. The artist's attention to detail in capturing the textures of the trees and the roughness of the rocky terrain adds depth and realism to the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful piece, you might want to explore the works of Auguste Louis Lepère.
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
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