Artwork
Le Pont du Moulin
Le Pont du Moulin is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Pont du Moulin, created by Alphonse Legros in 1884, is a serene landscape print featuring a central bridge, flanked by trees and a distant building, characterized by muted color tones.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a tranquil natural scene with a small bridge as its focal point, evoking feelings of peacefulness and inviting contemplation.
Technique & Style
Legros employed chiaroscuro to create depth and atmosphere, using contrasting light and shadow to emphasize the bridge and foliage against softer, subdued background elements.
History & Provenance
The print is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, with its creation dated to 1884.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
