Who painted Fording a River (Le gue)?

Fording a River (Le gue) was painted by Alphonse Legros in 1874.

Where can I see Fording a River (Le gue)?

Fording a River (Le gue) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fording a River (Le gue)?

Fording a River (Le gue) is associated with Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Fording a River (Le gue)?

Museum-quality prints of Fording a River (Le gue) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Fording a River (Le gue)

Alphonse Legros , 1874

Fording a River (Le gue) 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

Fording a River (Le gue) is an etching created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. The print showcases Legros' skill in capturing a fleeting moment with loose, expressive lines.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts two dogs navigating shallow water surrounded by tall reeds. The dogs' focused expressions and the blurred water and plants convey a sense of movement and energy.

Technique & Style

Legros employed a technique that allowed ink to fill the scratched lines, creating dark marks against a light background. This style, popular in the 19th century, gave the print an expressive, sketch-like quality.

History & Provenance

Alphonse Legros, a French-born artist, created the etching after relocating to London in 1863, where he contributed to the revival of etching in Britain.