Artwork
The Poor Fisherman (Le Pauvre pêcheur)
The Poor Fisherman (Le Pauvre pêcheur) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Poor Fisherman is a 1897 lithograph by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, a prominent artist of the early Third Republic.
Technique & Style
Executed in purple on laid paper, the print showcases Puvis de Chavannes' use of lithography, a technique allowing direct drawing on stone or plate. The loose lines and light shading suggest a quick study, possibly for a larger work.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts a fisherman on a small boat, surrounded by figures, conveying a sense of simplicity and everyday life. The imagery aligns with Puvis de Chavannes' characteristic thematic focus during this period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (French pronunciation: ; 14 December 1824 – 24 October 1898) was a French painter known for his mural painting, who came to be known as "the painter for France".
