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Alphonse Legros Sketching, by William Strang, ink, 1913

Alphonse Legros Sketching

William Strang

1913

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Alphonse Legros Sketching is a 1913 ink by William Strang, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
William Strang
When & what style?
1913
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a man sitting at a table, intently focused on his work. He is dressed in a hat and coat, with papers scattered across the table in front of him. The artist has skillfully captured the subject's concentration, conveying a sense of quiet dedication to his craft. The use of etching techniques adds depth and texture to the image, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the scene. For more information on the technique used to create this piece, look up etching.

About the artist

Portrait of William Strang
Artist

William Strang

William Strang (13 February 1859 – 12 April 1921) was a Scottish painter and printmaker, notable for illustrating the works of Bunyan, Cervantes, Coleridge, Kipling, and others.

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