Corner of a Wood (Coin d'un bois)
1882
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1882
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a dark, tangled forest scene with two towering trees framing a shadowy path. The branches twist together, blocking most of the light. In the distance, a faint landscape of rolling hills and a small building peek through the gaps. The whole scene is drawn in black lines on a light background, with no color. The artist used fine, detailed lines to create depth and texture, especially in the leaves and shadows. This style makes the forest feel thick and mysterious. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Legros made prints like this.
