Artwork
Dedication Page
Dedication Page is an ink print by Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Dedication Page is a wood engraving print created by Auguste Lepère in 1900. Lepère was a prominent figure in the late 19th- and early 20th-century European revival of wood engraving.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a lively harbor scene with numerous boats and ships, a waving flag, and lush greenery in the foreground, set against a cityscape background. The image combines natural and man-made elements, capturing the activity and texture of a bustling port.
Technique & Style
Lepère's use of wood engraving techniques achieves a high level of detail and creates a sense of depth and texture. The intricate rendering of ship rigging and flower petals showcases the artist's skill with the medium.
Artist & collection
Artist
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
![[Large Steamer Ship at Dock, Paris], by Auguste Lepère](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/auguste-lepere--large-steamer-ship-at-dock-paris--ed31099e42153820-w320.webp)
