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Head of an English Laborer (Tete d'ouvrier anglais (Le berger))

Alphonse Legros

1874

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Head of an English Laborer (Tete d'ouvrier anglais (Le berger)) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Alphonse Legros
When & what style?: 1874 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a man with a beard and a hat. The man is looking to the right, and his face is the main focus of the painting. The background is not prominent, and the overall style is romantic. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be gazing into the distance. The artist has used bold brushstrokes to create a sense of texture and depth in the painting. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the palette. The painting is a beautiful example of romanticism, and it invites the viewer to contemplate the subject's thoughts and emotions. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the movement of Romanticism.