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Burning the Grasses (Le bruleur d'herbes)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a figure crouched at the base of a large tree trunk in a forest setting. The trees and foliage are dense, with no visible horizon. The detailed etching depicts the texture of the tree bark and light filtering through the trees. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of sepia or brown. Light and shadow highlight the figure and environment. The trees frame the scene and lead the eye upwards towards a softly lit area in the distance.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and drypoint?
Dimensions
3309 × 4401 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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