Storm
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Storm is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a dark, moody landscape under a stormy sky. The clouds are thick and pale, almost glowing against the deep browns and greens below. In the distance, a small building sits on a hill, half-hidden by trees and fog. The foreground has a rocky path and tangled bushes, all painted in soft, blended colors. The artist used watercolor and ink to create this eerie, dreamy feel. The light on the clouds looks like it’s shining through from behind, making the scene feel mysterious. If you like this style, look up Romanticism next.
