Artwork
Le Cavalier, Bastion 63 (The Rider, Bastion 63)
Le Cavalier, Bastion 63 (The Rider, Bastion 63) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1871 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Le Cavalier, Bastion 63 (The Rider, Bastion 63) is an etching on laid paper created by François Antoine Maxime Lalanne in 1871. The work is a representative example of the artist's skill in printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a military scene at a fortified bastion, with a rider and soldiers amidst tents and makeshift camps. The detailed rendering of uniforms, trees, and muddy terrain suggests a temporary military setup.
Technique & Style
Lalanne employed fine lines to capture the intricacies of the scene, a characteristic technique of etching. The level of detail achieved in the work reflects the precision afforded by this medium.
Context
The artwork was produced during a period when etching experienced a revival in France, and Lalanne's work is associated with this resurgence in the mid-19th century.
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Artist
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).
