1885
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Murder (Le Meurtre) is a 1885 ink by Paul-Albert Besnard, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows two figures in a dark, tangled scene. One person is lying on the ground, arms outstretched, while another stands over them, holding something small and sharp. The background is blurry, but you can make out rough textures like fabric or hair. Light fades quickly, leaving most of the scene in shadow. The artist used shading to create a sense of struggle and danger. The lines are precise but the mood feels urgent, almost chaotic. This style mixes two art movements that focus on real-life moments and light. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Besnard create prints with acid and metal plates.
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
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