1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jules Dalou, 2nd plate is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a man with dark, curly hair and a full beard, gazing to the right. He wears a white shirt with a high collar, and his attire is rendered in fine detail. The background is a subtle, striped pattern. The artist's use of etching and drypoint techniques creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the subject's character and story. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the world of etching, drypoint, and aquatint.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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