Who painted Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole)?

Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole) was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1860.

Where can I see Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole)?

Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole)?

Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole)

Alphonse Legros , 1860

Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Choir in a Spanish Church is a print created by Alphonse Legros in 1860 using etching and drypoint techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a solemn scene of a choir in a Spanish church, capturing a moment of quiet contemplation among the choir members, who are dressed in dark attire and engaged in various activities.

Technique & Style

Legros employed etching and drypoint to achieve a somber, dimly lit atmosphere, with the technique allowing for a range of tonal values that convey the reverence and devotion of the scene.

History & Provenance

Alphonse Legros, a French artist, created this work before moving to London in 1863, where he became influential in the British etching revival.