Who painted Return of the Peasants?

Return of the Peasants was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see Return of the Peasants?

Return of the Peasants is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Return of the Peasants?

Return of the Peasants is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Return of the Peasants

Alphonse Legros , 1874

Return of the Peasants is a graphite drawing by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in graphite: A. Legros; in later hand, lower right:Le retour des paysans; across center verso: A. Legros / Le reto ur des paysans / (C.J. Knowles collection) / 43

About this work

Overview

Return of the Peasants is a graphite drawing created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. The artist, born in France, had established himself in London by the time of this work's creation.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a rural scene, probably depicting peasants returning from their daily labor, offering a glimpse into their daily life.

Technique & Style

Legros executed the work in graphite, a medium that allowed for detailed rendering. As a practitioner of various artistic disciplines, including etching, Legros brought a range of technical skills to his drawings.

History & Provenance

Legros moved to London in 1863, where he contributed to a revival of etching in Britain. Return of the Peasants dates to 1874, a period when the artist was well-established in his adopted city.