1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
L'Ecluse de la Monnaie is a 1894 by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a busy riverside scene with people gathered near the water’s edge. Some stand or walk, while others sit on the ground with fishing rods. A few buildings and trees line the far bank, and a bridge stretches across the river. The whole scene feels gray and misty, like a cool, overcast day. Notice how the artist focused on everyday people doing ordinary things—no fancy poses or grand gestures. The loose, sketchy lines make it feel quick and real, like a snapshot. If you like this style, check out Realism next.
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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