Artwork
Le Christ au matin de rameaux
Le Christ au matin de rameaux is an ink print by Auguste Lepère. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Christ au matin de rameaux is an etching created by Louis-Auguste Lepère in 1918. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill with the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene scene by a body of water, with a robed figure standing near a tree and addressing a group on the shore. A hillside town is visible in the background, with small figures along the water's edge, suggesting a biblical or religious narrative.
Technique & Style
Lepère employed fine lines to capture the interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of tranquility. The composition is framed by the expansive branches of the tree, which adds to the scene's sense of calm.
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.
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