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The Wash-house (Le lavoir)

Auguste Lepère

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a waterfront scene. The image depicts a wooden structure, small boats tied to a dock, and people engaged in various activities such as a person carrying a large bundle and others sitting or working by the water. The drawing captures a moment in time, with delicate line work that conveys the movement of water and the interaction of the figures with their surroundings. Shadows and textures are emphasized, and the atmosphere reflects a sense of industriousness by the water's edge.

Artwork Details

Date
1891
Medium
etching in brown on buff paper
Dimensions
5246 × 3052 px
Public Domain
Yes
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