1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Choristers, 2nd plate (Le lutrin) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows three men in robes, standing close together. One holds a tall staff with a cross on top, while another leans on a lectern with a book. The third man looks down, his hands resting on the lectern. The background is dark and simple, focusing attention on their faces and clothing. Notice how the artist used shading to show the texture of the robes and the men’s expressions. The lines are precise but soft, making the scene feel intimate. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Legros create depth with ink and acid.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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