Artwork
Traveler taking Shelter (Le voyageur a l'abri)
Traveler taking Shelter (Le voyageur a l'abri) 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
Traveler taking Shelter (Le voyageur a l'abri) is a print created by Alphonse Legros in 1874 using etching and drypoint techniques. Legros was a French-born artist who later became a British citizen and played a significant role in reviving etching in Britain.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a solitary man taking shelter under a tree from the rain, lost in thought. He is dressed in a long coat and hat, holding a cane, and his face is obscured by his hat, adding to the contemplative mood.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by layered lines achieved through etching and drypoint, with a blurred background suggesting rain through diagonal lines. The man's figure is prominent, with the tree's branches visible above him, providing a sense of shelter.
Context
Legros's work is associated with the broader artistic trends of his time, including the Romanticism movement, which often explored themes of solitude and the human experience.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
