Artwork
La Mort et les Passions fondant sur la terre
La Mort et les Passions fondant sur la terre is a drawing by Auguste Louis Lepère. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1974.149
- Credit line
- Delia E. Holden Fund
About this work
Overview
La Mort et les Passions fondant sur la terre is a 1914 drawing by Auguste Louis Lepère, a French artist known for reviving wood engraving in Europe. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts four chaotic scenes of skeletal figures in conflict, with some bodies appearing to dance or be in a frenzy. The title suggests a theme of death and intense emotions.
Technique & Style
The work combines rough brown and white sketches with stark black-and-white drawings, utilizing swirling lines and tangled limbs to convey a sense of turbulent movement. The contrast between light and dark areas creates a dramatic effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
