Artwork
La Récolte du Sable
La Récolte du Sable is a print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
La Récolte du Sable, created by French artist Auguste Louis Lepère in 1887, is a print depicting a serene beach scene where people gather sand, set against a backdrop of boats. The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a tranquil beach scene focusing on sand gathering, with figures engaged in activity or leisure, conveying a sense of everyday life and peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Lepère employed a range of colors to capture light's play on water and sand, achieving warmth and tranquility. The style aligns with Impressionist principles, emphasizing light and color.
History & Provenance
Created in 1887 by Auguste Louis Lepère, a key figure in Europe's wood engraving revival. The print is housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Context
Part of a broader Impressionist movement, the piece reflects late 19th-century interests in capturing modern life and natural light effects.
Legacy
While specific impacts of *La Récolte du Sable* are not detailed, it contributes to Lepère's reputation as a revivalist of wood engraving and reflects the enduring appeal of Impressionist themes.
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.
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Six Marines: Souvenir Saint Valéry-sur-Somme
Route de Versailles
Cliff on a Seashore
View of a Shore
Pier at Bercy (Embarcadere a Bercy)
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La vallèe de Franchard