Who painted View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)?

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)?

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)?

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)?

Museum-quality prints of View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux)

Alphonse Legros , 1874

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

View of a Farm (La ferme de Valoux) is a print created by Alphonse Legros in 1874 using etching and drypoint techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a secluded farmhouse surrounded by trees and bushes, with the structure partially obscured by the foliage. The scene presents a contrast between rural tranquility and the surrounding environment.

Technique & Style

Legros employed etching and drypoint to achieve a range of line qualities, from rough to precise. The technique involves incising a metal plate with a sharp tool, allowing the lines to hold ink and produce varied textures.