Who painted Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin?

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin was painted by Maxime Lalanne in 1869.

Where can I see Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin?

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin?

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin

Maxime Lalanne , 1869

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Église Paroissiale de St.

About this work

Overview

Église Paroissiale de St. Séverin is a print created by French artist François Antoine Maxime Lalanne in 1869. It is an etching on chine collé, a technique that allows for detailed and precise renderings.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the parish church of St. Séverin in Paris, showcasing its architectural details and surroundings, including trees and a stream. Two figures are shown near the entrance, emphasizing the church's scale.

Technique & Style

Lalanne's use of etching on chine collé enabled him to achieve crisp lines and detailed textures, giving the image a sketch-like quality while maintaining precision. This technique was well-suited to capturing the intricate stonework and architecture of the church.

Context

The work is characteristic of 19th-century French graphic arts, a field to which Lalanne made significant contributions through his etchings and charcoal drawings.