Artwork
La Récolte du Sable
La Récolte du Sable is a print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Louis Lepère. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1921.1328
- Credit line
- Gift of Leonard C. Hanna Jr.
About this work
Overview
La Récolte du Sable, created by French artist Auguste Louis Lepère in 1887, is a print depicting a serene beach scene where people gather sand, set against a backdrop of boats. The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a tranquil beach scene focusing on sand gathering, with figures engaged in activity or leisure, conveying a sense of everyday life and peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Lepère employed a range of colors to capture light's play on water and sand, achieving warmth and tranquility. The style aligns with Impressionist principles, emphasizing light and color.
History & Provenance
Created in 1887 by Auguste Louis Lepère, a key figure in Europe's wood engraving revival. The print is housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
Part of a broader Impressionist movement, the piece reflects late 19th-century interests in capturing modern life and natural light effects.
Legacy
While specific impacts of La Récolte du Sable are not detailed, it contributes to Lepère's reputation as a revivalist of wood engraving and reflects the enduring appeal of Impressionist themes.
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.
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Embarcadére a Bercy
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Cliff on a Seashore
View of a Shore
Pier at Bercy (Embarcadere a Bercy)
La vallèe de Franchard