Artwork
Une tannerie
Une tannerie is an oil painting by Léonard Defrance. It dates from 1796 and is held in the collection of the Musée Marmottan Monet.
About this work
Overview
Une tannerie (1796) is an oil painting by Léonard Defrance, a versatile artist from Liège, known for his work across historical scenes, landscapes, and still lifes. The piece captures a rustic tannery scene, characteristic of his eclectic subject matter.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a group of people in traditional attire gathered before a stone building in a rural setting. Figures engage in laborious tasks, such as cutting wood and pushing a wheelbarrow, highlighting everyday life in a tannery environment.
Technique & Style
Defrance employed bold, expressive brushstrokes and a predominantly earthy tone palette to achieve a realistic depiction. The attention to detail and textured brushwork contribute to the scene's depth and authenticity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1796 by Léonard Defrance, who later became the first professor of design at the Academy of Liège, the painting is now part of the collection at the Musée Marmottan Monet.
Artist & collection
Artist
Léonard Defrance (French pronunciation: ), born at Liège in 1735, was a scholar of J.
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