Artwork
Rue Grenier sur l'eau, côté de la rue des Barres
Rue Grenier sur l'eau, côté de la rue des Barres is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Adolphe Théodore Jules Martial Potémont. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
This etching shows a quiet street corner in Paris. Old buildings lean close. A cobblestone street curves away in the background.
It’s from 1862, early days for Impressionism. The artist used fine lines to capture light and shadow. You can almost feel the calm of the scene.
Look up the National Gallery of Art, Washington if you want to see this print in person.
Overview
Rue Grenier sur l'eau, côté de la rue des Barres is an etching on wove paper created by Adolphe Théodore Jules Martial Potémont in 1862.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a serene Parisian street corner, with old buildings in close proximity and a curved cobblestone street receding into the background.
Technique & Style
Potémont employed fine lines to capture the interplay of light and shadow, conveying a sense of calm in the scene.
History & Provenance
The print is an example of early 1860s etching, a period preceding the emergence of Impressionism. An impression is held by the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Artist & collection
Artist
Adolphe Théodore Jules Martial Potémont
Adolphe Théodore Jules Martial Potémont (1862–1862) was an artist.
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