1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Victor Hugo, 2nd plate is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a close-up black-and-white portrait of an older man with a long white beard and wavy hair. The lines are scratchy and detailed, especially around his face and hair, giving it texture. The background is mostly dark, so the face stands out clearly. The artist used a mix of fine lines and shading to show depth in the hair and skin. This style was common in the 1800s for making portraits feel real. Check out etching to see how artists like this create intricate prints.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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