Who painted Siège des Maubeuge?

Siège des Maubeuge was painted by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1914.

Where can I see Siège des Maubeuge?

Siège des Maubeuge is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Siège des Maubeuge

Auguste Louis Lepère , 1914

Siège des Maubeuge 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.: 1974.172
Credit line: Delia E. Holden Fund

About this work

Overview

Siège des Maubeuge is a 1914 drawing by Auguste Louis Lepère, a French artist known for revitalizing wood engraving.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a siege scene, with a central stone building and spire, and figures in the foreground reacting to the conflict, some armed and others fleeing or seeking shelter.

Technique & Style

The scene is rendered in a loose, expressive style with bold lines and dark shading, using chiaroscuro to create depth and draw the viewer's eye into the action.

Artist & collection

Artist

Auguste Louis 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.