Corner of a Path (Au coin d'un chemin)

Corner of a Path (Au coin d'un chemin)

Alphonse Legros

1874

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drypoint etching, titled Corner of a Path, presents a serene landscape. The scene is dominated by a large tree with bare branches, its trunk situated in the right foreground. In the background, a field stretches out, punctuated by a few trees and a fence. The artist's use of drypoint creates a sense of texture and depth, drawing the viewer's eye into the tranquil scene. The Romantic style is evident in the emphasis on natural beauty and the emotive quality of the landscape. For more works in this style, explore the movement: Romanticism.

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