1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Morning along the River (La matin sur la riviere) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a quiet riverbank scene. A lone figure sits on the shore, holding a fishing rod. Tall trees line the water, their branches bending over the scene. The background is soft and hazy, with a distant hill and a few buildings. The artist used fine lines to show light and texture, especially in the water and grass. The loose, sketchy style makes it feel like a quick study rather than a polished work. Next, check out the technique: etching, drypoint to see how artists like this create depth with ink and metal plates.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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