Artwork
Peasant Women of Boulogne (Paysannes des environs de Boulogne)
Peasant Women of Boulogne (Paysannes des environs de Boulogne) 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
Peasant Women of Boulogne is an etching and drypoint print created by Alphonse Legros in 1874. The artist, originally from France, had settled in London by 1863 and later became a British citizen.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts three rural women from the Boulogne region, seated in a row, wearing long dresses and head coverings. Their attire and demeanor evoke a sense of everyday life and labor.
Technique & Style
Legros employed etching and drypoint techniques to achieve a detailed and textured representation of the women. His use of these methods showcases his skill as a printmaker.
History & Provenance
Legros was a key figure in reviving etching in Britain through his teaching, reflecting his influence on the art form beyond his own works.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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