Artwork
View of Santron
View of Santron is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Emmanuel Phélippes-Beaulieu. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
View of Santron is an etching on wove paper created by Emmanuel Phélippes-Beaulieu in 1854.
Subject & Meaning
Contrary to its title, the print depicts a serene forest landscape with dense foliage and tall trees, rather than a cityscape. The scene is characterized by soft shadows and filtered light, evoking a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine lines to achieve a textured representation of tree bark and foliage, utilizing the etching technique to carve into a metal plate and produce a detailed, layered effect.
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Artist & collection
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