Artwork

Noyant

Noyant, by Maxime Lalanne, 1883
Noyant, by Maxime Lalanne, 1883

Noyant is a print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1883 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Noyant is a print created by French artist Maxime Lalanne in 1883. It is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene forest scene with a misty river, tall trees, and a cloudy sky. The artist captures the movement of the water and trees, conveying a sense of life and energy.

Technique & Style

Lalanne employed loose, sketchy lines to achieve a sense of movement and spontaneity. This style, characteristic of 19th-century French landscape prints, emphasizes capturing the essence of a scene rather than precise detail.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Maxime Lalanne

Artist

Maxime Lalanne

François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).

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