Who painted Retour d'une bonne action?

Retour d'une bonne action was painted by Charles Montbard in 1875.

Where can I see Retour d'une bonne action?

Retour d'une bonne action is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Retour d'une bonne action?

Retour d'une bonne action is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Retour d'une bonne action

Charles Montbard , 1875

Retour d'une bonne action is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles Montbard. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Retour d'une bonne action is an etching by Charles Montbard, created in 1875. The print is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a man assisting a fallen woman, both dressed in attire suggesting a 19th-century urban setting. The man's action implies a narrative of kindness or chivalry.

Technique & Style

The etching features sharp lines and detailed textures, characteristic of the medium. Montbard's use of these techniques effectively conveys the wet conditions and rough terrain, utilizing a style typical of etchings from the period.