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La Drague de Dieppe, c. 1885 (etching & burnished aquatint in black and blue ink)
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La Drague de Dieppe, c. 1885 (etching & burnished aquatint in black and blue ink)
883637 La Drague de Dieppe, c.1885 (etching & burnished aquatint in black and blue ink) by Guerard, Henri-Charles (1846-97); 29.7x49.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The William M. Ladd Collection. Gift of Herschel V. Jones, 1916; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22741984
© Minneapolis Institute of Art The William M. Ladd Collection. Gift of Herschel V. Jones, 1916 / Bridgeman Images
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La Drague de Dieppe, c. 1885" is a captivating etching and burnished aquatint print that transports viewers to the bustling port of Dieppe in 19th-century France. Created by Henri-Charles Guerard, this artwork measures 29.7x49.8 cm and is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. In this evocative scene, darkness envelops the harbor as moonlight casts an ethereal glow upon the water's surface. The reflection of the moon shimmers like silver ripples, adding a touch of mystique to the composition. Silhouetted against this nocturnal backdrop are several ships and boats, their masts reaching towards the sky. At center stage stands "La Drague" a majestic dredger ship equipped with cranes ready for action. Its imposing presence dominates the scene while hinting at its crucial role in shaping and maintaining these maritime surroundings. Guerard's masterful use of black and blue ink creates a striking contrast between light and shadow, enhancing both depth and atmosphere within his work. This print captures not only a moment frozen in time but also conveys a sense of movement through its meticulous attention to detail. With "La Drague de Dieppe". Guerard invites us into an enchanting world where land meets sea under the watchful gaze of a luminous moonlit night—a testament to his artistic prowess and ability to transport viewers into another era.
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