Who painted E.D. Adams, 3rd plate?

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see E.D. Adams, 3rd plate?

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is E.D. Adams, 3rd plate?

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate

Alphonse Legros , 1874

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate 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. E.

About this work

Overview

E.D. Adams, 3rd plate is a portrait etching created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. The work depicts a man with a mustache, short hair, and neutral expression, set against a light background with diagonal lines.

Subject & Meaning

The subject of the portrait is E.D. Adams, whose identity and relationship to the artist are not specified in available information. The neutral expression and formal attire suggest a professional or acquaintance-based sitter.

Technique & Style

Executed in etching, a medium Legros championed in Britain, the portrait showcases detailed realism, with textured rendering of clothing and hair. Diagonal background lines introduce depth and dynamism.

History & Provenance

Created in 1874 by Alphonse Legros, a French-born British artist and key figure in Britain's etching revival. Specific provenance details (ownership history) are not provided.

Context

Part of Legros's broader contribution to revitalizing etching in late 19th-century Britain, through both his artwork and teaching.