Who painted Sunset at Pont Marie?

Sunset at Pont Marie was painted by Auguste Lepère in 1890.

Where can I see Sunset at Pont Marie?

Sunset at Pont Marie is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Sunset at Pont Marie?

Sunset at Pont Marie is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Sunset at Pont Marie

Auguste Lepère , 1890

Sunset at Pont Marie is a print by the Impressionist artist Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Sunset at Pont Marie is a print created by Auguste Louis Lepère in 1890. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene scene of a three-arched bridge over turbulent water at dusk. The far bank is lined with trees and buildings, rendered in loose, expressive lines. The focus is on capturing the play of shapes and shadows.

Technique & Style

Lepère's technique is characterized by quick, loose strokes that prioritize suggestion over detail. The sky is left largely blank, with minimal indication of the fading light, adding to the sense of simplicity and immediacy.

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.