Artwork

The Garret

The Garret, by Maxime Lalanne, 1869
The Garret, by Maxime Lalanne, 1869

The Garret is a print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Garret is a print created by French artist Maxime Lalanne in 1869. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene landscape featuring a small pond surrounded by trees and a background building, evoking a sense of depth and atmosphere through its range of grays and subtle tone and texture variations.

Technique & Style

Lalanne's use of chiaroscuro creates drama and tension, drawing attention to the central pond. Intricate details, such as gnarled tree branches and a stone-walled building, are rendered with nuanced tone and texture.

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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