1891
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Wash-house (Le lavoir) is a 1891 ink by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a serene scene of a wash-house, with a woman standing on the left, holding a large bundle. In the foreground, a man sits on a wooden beam, while another figure is partially visible on the right. The background features a building with a tiled roof and a few people engaged in activities. The image showcases the artist's use of etching to create a sense of texture and depth. The brown ink on buff paper adds warmth to the scene, drawing the viewer's attention to the figures and their surroundings. For more works that explore the intersection of everyday life and artistic technique, explore the world of etching through the works of 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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