Le Pont de Bois
1873
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1873
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Le Pont de Bois is a 1873 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a serene landscape with a bridge over a river. A person on horseback is standing on the left side of the bridge, looking out at the water. The scene is set in a rural area with trees and bushes surrounding the river. The artist has used a range of tones to create depth and texture in the painting, from the dark shadows under the bridge to the lighter areas of the sky. The overall effect is one of calmness and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Impressionism movement.
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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