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A Haarlem, by Maxime Lalanne, ink, 1877

A Haarlem

Maxime Lalanne

1877

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

A Haarlem is a 1877 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Maxime Lalanne
When & what style?
1877 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a busy waterfront scene with a tall windmill at the center. Boats are docked along the shore, and people walk near buildings and cranes. In the background, a church tower rises above trees. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, making the scene feel lively but also a bit hazy. The windmill and boats suggest this might be a Dutch port town. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.

About the artist

Portrait of Maxime Lalanne
Artist

Maxime Lalanne

François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).

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