1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Death and the Woodcutter, 2nd plate (Le mort et le bucheron) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a dark and moody scene with a woodcutter on the ground, looking up at a figure in a long, dark robe. The figure is holding a scythe and has a hood over its head, casting a shadow over its face. The background is a barren landscape with a few trees and bushes. The woodcutter appears to be in a state of distress, possibly injured or dying. The figure in the robe seems to be looming over him, adding to the sense of foreboding and danger. This painting is a great example of Romanticism, a style that emphasizes emotion and the beauty of nature. If you're interested in learning more about this movement, you could check out the works of other Romantic artists, such as Francisco Goya or J.M.W. Turner.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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