Artwork
Landscape with a Road over a Hill
Landscape with a Road over a Hill is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Landscape with a Road over a Hill is a 1893 painting by Alphonse Legros, held at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape with a winding road disappearing over a hill, set against a cloudy sky that adds depth and atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artist's attention to detail is evident in the realistic rendering of the road and foliage, while the use of chiaroscuro creates strong contrasts between light and dark, adding volume and texture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
