Who painted Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville)?

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) was painted by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1874.

Where can I see Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville)?

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville)?

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville)?

Museum-quality prints of Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville)

Félix-Hilaire Buhot , 1874

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: Trouville 4 aout 1874 / Tohub; lower left with red stamp: FB (Lugt 977); by later hand, upper left in graphite: Id / 02; by later hand, across bottom verso in graphite: HPG109/4 / Le grain E.f. de Zohule. avant la lettre 2ft; by later hand, lower right in pen and brown ink: 25

About this work

Overview

Un Grain à Trouville (Squall at Trouville) is an etching and aquatint print created by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1874.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a beach scene at Trouville, with people gathered under umbrellas, tall ships anchored offshore, and buildings along the shore, all set against a dark and stormy sky. The artist captures the mood and movement of the scene, conveying the impact of the weather on the crowd.

Technique & Style

Buhot employed quick, sketchy lines to convey a sense of movement and atmosphere, characteristic of a style popular in the late 19th century. The etching and aquatint techniques allowed for detailed textures and tonal variations, adding depth to the print.