1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Edge of the Water (Au bord de l'eau) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting is a landscape, featuring trees and a body of water. The trees are tall and slender, with leaves that are depicted in various shades of green. The water is calm and reflective, with a few ripples on its surface. In the foreground, there are some bushes and grasses that add texture and depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and serene, inviting the viewer to step into the tranquil world of the landscape. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to check out the Romanticism movement, which emphasizes emotion and imagination in art.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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