The Forge
Léonard Defrance
key Notes:
Industrial labor, chiaroscuro lighting
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Dimensions:
12 5/8 x 16 1/2 in. (32.1 x 41.9 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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Description of the work:
"The Forge" by Léonard Defrance, created in 1805, depicts a dynamic scene of blacksmiths at work, characterized by strong contrasts of light and shadow that emphasize the physicality of the figures and the glowing forge. The composition is marked by a rich palette of warm tones, capturing the intensity of the labor and the textures of the materials involved.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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