1872
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Vaches sous Bois (Cattle in the Forest) is a 1872 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a quiet forest scene with three cows standing under trees. A person in simple clothes stands nearby, holding a stick. The ground looks wet, and the trees are thick with branches. The title *Vaches sous Bois* means "Cattle in the Forest," and the artist used a technique that makes the lines look rough and textured. This style was popular in the 1800s for capturing real-life moments. Next, look up 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).
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