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Spanish Singers (Les chantres espagnols), by Alphonse Legros, ink, 1865

Spanish Singers (Les chantres espagnols)

Alphonse Legros

1865

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Spanish Singers (Les chantres espagnols) is a 1865 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Alphonse Legros
When & what style?
1865 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a group of men gathered around a music stand, engaged in singing. The men are dressed in dark attire, and the atmosphere appears somber. The scene is rendered in muted tones, with the focus on the figures and their activity. The artist's use of etching creates a sense of texture and depth, adding to the overall mood of the piece. The level of detail in the figures and the music stand suggests a high level of craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the works of Alphonse Legros.

About the artist

Portrait of Alphonse Legros
Artist

Alphonse Legros

Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.

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