Artwork
La femme au berceau
La femme au berceau is a print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
La femme au berceau, created by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1894, is a print that captures a serene domestic scene. The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a tranquil everyday moment: a woman sits in a wooden rocking chair, cradling a baby, while a man smokes in the background and a child plays on the floor. The scene emphasizes the quiet intimacy of family life.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, expressive lines and selective dark shading for contrast, the print showcases Lepère's ability to convey vitality through simplicity. The sketchy quality suggests a focus on capturing the immediacy of the moment.
History & Provenance
Auguste Louis Lepère, a key figure in the European revival of wood engraving, produced this work in 1894. It is now held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
La femme au berceau aligns with the Realist movement's emphasis on depicting ordinary life. The artist's approach to highlighting everyday moments reflects this artistic tendency.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
