In the Deluged Marsh - The Shepherd (Au marais inonde - Le berger)

Lepère rendered the scene with delicate, intersecting lines that convey the movement of water and the texture of foliage. The etching’s fine hatching creates subtle tonal variations, allowing the flooded ground to recede behind the figures. This meticulous line work exemplifies early‑20th‑century French printmaking, where precision and atmospheric depth were achieved through controlled incision.

The work belongs to a period when Lepère was actively reviving traditional print techniques, particularly wood engraving and etching, across Europe. Produced shortly before his death, the piece reflects his mature approach to the medium. It entered public collections in the decades following its creation, illustrating the continued interest in his contributions to French graphic art.