Artwork
Roche Cuvier Chatillon
Roche Cuvier Chatillon 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.
- 1921.1367
- Credit line
- Gift of Leonard C. Hanna Jr.
About this work
Overview
Roche Cuvier Chatillon is a print created by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1887. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a winter landscape with a rocky hillside, bare trees, and a wild boar in the foreground, accompanied by other animals in the background. The scene conveys a sense of rugged natural beauty.
Technique & Style
Lepère's use of muted colors and rough texture evokes a realistic representation of the winter scene. His work reflects his involvement in the revival of wood engraving and contributions to printmaking innovations.
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.
