Who painted The Refectory?

The Refectory was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1862.

Where can I see The Refectory?

The Refectory is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Refectory?

The Refectory is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The Refectory

Alphonse Legros , 1862

The Refectory is a print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Refectory is a print by Alphonse Legros, created around 1862, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene of six individuals gathered around a long table in a dimly lit room, engaged in eating and conversation, with their attention focused on their food or hands.

Technique & Style

Legros employed a range of tonal values, from dark shadows to light lines, to convey the textures of the scene, including the folds of clothing and the grain of the table, achieved through careful and deliberate strokes.