1901
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Return of the Procession to Nante Cathedral (Rentree de la Procession a la Cathedral de Nantes) is a 1901 ink by Auguste Lepère, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a crowded church procession. A priest in fancy robes leads the way, holding a tall cross. Behind him, a long line of people—some in cloaks, others in simple clothes—follow along a narrow path. Buildings and trees fill the background, and a small boy carries a branch or staff. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and crowding. The scene looks busy but calm, like a real moment frozen in time. Want to see more of this artist’s work? Check out Lepère, Auguste.
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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