1905
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Beggars at the Last House is a 1905 by Auguste Lepère, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This print shows a small, weathered house with a sloped roof. Two figures sit at the door—one looks like they’re begging, while another leans inside. Around them, birds fly or perch on the ground, and a few trees or bushes are drawn in simple lines. The scene feels quiet but a little sad, like a moment frozen in time. The artist used a scratchy, textured style that makes everything look rough and uneven. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro next to see how light and shadow create mood.
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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