Who painted Un Débarquement en Angleterre?

Un Débarquement en Angleterre was painted by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1879.

Where can I see Un Débarquement en Angleterre?

Un Débarquement en Angleterre is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Un Débarquement en Angleterre?

Un Débarquement en Angleterre is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Un Débarquement en Angleterre

Félix-Hilaire Buhot , 1879

Un Débarquement en Angleterre is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Un Débarquement en Angleterre is a print created by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1879 using various techniques on antique paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a bustling waterfront scene at dusk, with a crowd on a dock and a ship in the background. The title suggests the scene may represent people arriving in a new location, possibly England.

Technique & Style

Buhot employed a range of techniques, including etching, drypoint, aquatint, roulette, and spirit ground, to achieve a mix of rough lines and smudged tones, capturing the mood of a fleeting moment.