Artwork
Trois otages assis
Trois otages assis is a drawing by Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Trois otages assis is a drawing by Auguste Louis Lepère, created in 1914. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three seated hostages in a city street setting, with buildings in the background. The hostages appear distressed, with one lying on the ground, conveying a sense of tension and drama.
Technique & Style
Lepère employs a range of colors and bold brushstrokes to convey emotion, utilizing strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume.
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.
