Who painted Brick-works (La Briqueterie)?

Brick-works (La Briqueterie) was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see Brick-works (La Briqueterie)?

Brick-works (La Briqueterie) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Brick-works (La Briqueterie)?

Brick-works (La Briqueterie) is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Brick-works (La Briqueterie)?

Museum-quality prints of Brick-works (La Briqueterie) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Brick-works (La Briqueterie)

Alphonse Legros , 1874

Brick-works (La Briqueterie) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Brick-works (La Briqueterie) is a drypoint print created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. Legros was a French-born artist who settled in London in 1863 and was a key figure in the British etching revival.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a brick-making site, capturing the labor and materials involved in the process. However, the visual evidence suggests a more serene countryside scene with simple houses and bare trees, contradicting the industrial subject initially suggested.

Technique & Style

The drypoint technique used by Legros involves etching lines into a plate, creating a textured, rough effect. The resulting marks resemble hand-drawn scribbles, giving the print a sketchy feel characterized by loose and scratchy lines.