Artwork
Le Wagg-Poids de la Ville d'Amsterdam
Le Wagg-Poids de la Ville d'Amsterdam is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Wagg-Poids de la Ville d'Amsterdam is an etching on chine collé created by French artist Maxime Lalanne in 1879.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively waterfront scene in Amsterdam, with canal-side buildings, docked boats, and a horse-drawn carriage amidst a crowd of people. The scene conveys the vibrancy of urban life.
Technique & Style
Lalanne employed a loose, expressive style to capture the movement and energy of the city. The etching technique, involving carving an image into metal and inking it for printing, allowed for a spontaneous and detailed representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).
