Artwork
Amandier - Pecher
Amandier - Pecher is an ink print by the Romanticist artist French 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Amandier - Pecher is a print that depicts a botanical subject with a mix of fruit, leaves, and flowers. The work is titled in French, suggesting a connection to the language and culture.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a branch bearing three pale green fruits, possibly a hybrid or mix of almond and peach, alongside glossy leaves and a cluster of pink flowers. The title Amandier-Pêcher, combining French terms for almond and peach trees, adds to the ambiguity of the subject.
Technique & Style
The image is created using color stipple etching, a technique involving acid and metal plates to produce fine lines and detailed textures. The print is hand-touched, indicating a level of manual refinement.
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Artist & collection
Artist
This sculptor liked to keep sharp tools in the studio and blunt ones in his pocket—his niece recalled finding him absentmindedly whittling a stick while talking philosophy.
