Who painted Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles?

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles was painted by Auguste Lepère in 1893.

Where can I see Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles?

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles?

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles

Auguste Lepère , 1893

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles is a print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Au Coin du Pont-aux-Doubles is a print created by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1893. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a nighttime city street scene, with a streetlamp illuminating pedestrians and horse riders. Buildings and a bridge are visible in the background under a dark sky. The wet ground suggests recent rain, adding to the scene's atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Lepère employed rapid, expressive lines to convey the movement and lighting of the scene, achieving a sense of dynamism in monochrome. This approach reflects his skill as an etcher and his contribution to the revival of wood engraving.

Artist & collection

Artist

Auguste Lepère

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.