Artwork

"Since Then" ("Depuis ce temps-la")

"Since Then" ("Depuis ce temps-la"), by Alphonse Legros, ink, 1874
"Since Then" ("Depuis ce temps-la"), by Alphonse Legros, ink, 1874

"Since Then" ("Depuis ce temps-la") 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

Alphonse Legros's 1874 drypoint print 'Since Then' is a contemplative scene executed on light green paper. The artist, a French-born British subject, was a versatile creator known for his work in multiple mediums.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a seated man lost in thought, leaning forward with his elbows on his knees. A tree trunk and small basket accompany him in a muted, serene environment. His introspective posture suggests a quiet, reflective mood.

Technique & Style

Legros employed drypoint, a technique that yields rich, expressive lines, to create the subtle, nuanced image. The choice of light green paper adds to the print's understated quality.

History & Provenance

Legros settled in Britain in 1863 and later became a naturalized British subject. He played a significant role in reviving etching in Britain through his teaching.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Alphonse Legros

Artist

Alphonse Legros

Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.

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