Man with a Punt, Figure to the Right (Pecheurs des truites)

Legros employed both etching, which creates lines through acid‑bitten metal, and drypoint, where a needle directly incises the plate, yielding richer, velvety lines. The contrast of fine, dark strokes against the soft green paper produces a sense of depth and texture, while the overall handling remains loose, reminiscent of a rapid sketch.

Born in France and later based in Britain, Legros was a central figure in the 19th‑century British etching revival, both as a practitioner and educator. This 1874 print reflects his involvement in that movement, though specific ownership records for the piece are not documented in the available sources.

During the 1870s, British printmakers revived interest in traditional intaglio processes, and Legros contributed significantly through teaching at the Royal Academy. The subject—recreational fishing on a river—aligns with contemporary genre scenes that celebrated leisure pursuits in the countryside.