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Tour de Montalban, Amsterdam, by Maxime Lalanne, ink, 1884

Tour de Montalban, Amsterdam

Maxime Lalanne

1884

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Tour de Montalban, Amsterdam is a 1884 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Maxime Lalanne
When & what style?
1884 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a cityscape with a tall tower on the right and a canal running through the center. The scene is filled with boats and buildings, with trees lining the left side of the canal. The artist's use of lines and shading creates a sense of depth and texture. In the foreground, several boats are docked along the canal, while others are sailing through the water. The tower in the background adds a sense of grandeur to the scene. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate architecture of the buildings and the way the light reflects off the water. The artist's use of etching techniques creates a sense of realism in the scene. For more information on etching, check out the technique of etching.

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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