Artwork
Le Port de Nantes
Le Port de Nantes is a print by Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Port de Nantes, created by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1906, is a print held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. It captures a vibrant scene of the Nantes port, characteristic of Lepère's focus on urban and maritime themes.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bustling harbor with various ships, busy docks, and a bridge in the background. The scene highlights everyday activity, with figures engaged in loading, walking, or waiting, conveying the port's vitality.
Technique & Style
Lepère employed nuanced light and shadow to add depth, distinguishing ships and buildings amidst the crowded composition. His use of these visual elements enhances the overall sense of dynamism and realism.
History & Provenance
Produced in 1906 by Lepère, a key figure in Europe's wood engraving revival, the work is now part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's holdings.
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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