Artwork
Danger Passed (Danger passe)
Danger Passed (Danger passe) is an ink print by Paul-Albert Besnard. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Danger Passed is an etching created by Albert Besnard in 1900 on Van Gelder Zonen wove paper.
About this work
Overview
Danger Passed is an etching created by Albert Besnard in 1900 on Van Gelder Zonen wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man walking away, his coat fluttering behind him, alongside a partially buried skull. The juxtaposition of the skull with the departing figure adds a layer of intrigue to the scene, though it is presented in a nonchalant manner.
Technique & Style
Loose, expressive lines characterize the etching, with varying line weights and textures achieved through the etching process. The contrast between dark lines and the light paper creates a sense of depth and movement, evoking the spontaneity of a quick sketch.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
The Obstacle (L'obstacle)
On the Lookout (Aux aguets)
Spleen et Idéal
Storm
Vertigo (Le vertige)
The Orgy (L'orgie)
Reiter II (Horseman II)
Horseman in the Woods, Large Plate (Le Grand Cavalier sous bois)
Et celui qui était monté dessus se nommait la Mort (And his name that sat on him was Death)
The Duel (Le duel)