1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Mme. Kemp, 4th plate is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait is a detailed etching of a woman, rendered in black and white. The subject is depicted from the shoulders up, with her hair styled in an updo and a high-necked blouse adorned with a brooch. Her gaze is directed slightly to the left, and her expression is serious. The background of the etching is a subtle blend of light and dark tones, with a few lines suggesting the presence of a wall or other surface behind the subject. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the woman is lost in thought. The artist's use of etching techniques creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face and expression. For more information on the artist's use of etching, explore the technique of etching.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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