1879
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Wagg-Poids, Amsterdam is a 1879 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a busy riverside scene with a crowd of people walking, talking, and sitting near the water. Tall buildings with pointed roofs line the street, and ships with masts are docked along the right side. A tree stands on the left, and a few small stalls or tents are scattered near the water’s edge. The artist used fine lines to capture the movement of people and the details of the buildings, making it feel lively but precise. The technique looks like it was done by hand, with careful shading to show light and shadow. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
