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Roche Cuvier Chatillon, by Auguste Lepère, 1887

Roche Cuvier Chatillon

Auguste Lepère

1887

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Roche Cuvier Chatillon is a 1887 by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Auguste Lepère
When & what style?
1887 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a rugged landscape with a rocky hillside covered in snow and bare trees. In the foreground, a wild boar is visible, while a few other animals can be seen in the background. The artist's use of muted colors and rough brushstrokes creates a sense of realism and texture, drawing the viewer into the winter scene. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, check out the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Auguste Lepère
Artist

Auguste 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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