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Pier at Bercy (Embarcadere a Bercy), by Auguste Lepère, ink, 1890

Pier at Bercy (Embarcadere a Bercy)

Auguste Lepère

1890

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Pier at Bercy (Embarcadere a Bercy) is a 1890 ink by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Auguste Lepère
When & what style?
1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a bustling pier scene, with a group of people gathered near the water's edge. In the foreground, a few individuals are seated on the ground, while others stand or walk along the pier. The background features a row of buildings and trees, with a few boats visible in the water. The scene is depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The use of wood engraving creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, with the lines and shading adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the sense of realism, creating a sense of movement and energy in the scene. The overall effect is one of tranquility and everyday life, inviting the viewer to step into the scene and experience it for themselves. Next, explore the work of artist Auguste Lepère.

About the artist

Portrait of Auguste Lepère
Artist

Auguste Lepère

Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.

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