Artwork

The Edge of the Forest. The Shrimp Fisherman

The Edge of the Forest.  The Shrimp Fisherman, by Louis Hector François Allemand, 1852
The Edge of the Forest.  The Shrimp Fisherman, by Louis Hector François Allemand, 1852

The Edge of the Forest. The Shrimp Fisherman is a print by the Impressionist artist Louis Hector François Allemand. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The Edge of the Forest.

About this work

Overview

The Edge of the Forest. The Shrimp Fisherman is an 1852 print by Louis Hector François Allemand, part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene forest edge with varied tree sizes, a central stream, and surrounding foliage, emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow.

Technique & Style

Executed in black lines on a light background, the work showcases detailed, varied line density, particularly where light illuminates leaves, conveying a sense of vitality.

Context

This piece aligns with Realist principles, aiming to accurately represent the natural world as it appears.

History & Provenance

Created in 1852 by Louis Hector François Allemand, the print is currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.