1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Return of the Peasants (Le retour des paysans) is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a group of people walking together, carrying baskets and bundles. They are dressed in simple clothing and appear to be peasants. The scene is set in a rural landscape with rolling hills and trees in the background. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The peasants are shown in various poses, some looking down at the ground, while others glance up at the viewer. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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