Fontainebleau Forest Sandstone Quarry La foret de Fontainebleau

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Fontainebleau Forest Sandstone Quarry La foret de Fontainebleau

Fontainebleau Forest: Sandstone Quarry (La Foret de Fontainebleau: La Carrierre de Gres), 1890. Auguste Louis Lepere (French, 1849-1918), A. Desmoulins, Published in Revue Illustree, 1887-90. Wood engraving from bound volume of 34; image: 6.1 x 5.1 cm (2 3/8 x 2 in.)

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1849 1918 1887 90 1890 Auguste Louis Lepère Bound Volume Desmoulins Fontainebleau Forest La Fore T De Fontainebleau La Forêt De Fontainebleau Published Revue Illustre Revue Illustree Wood Engraving

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This print titled "Fontainebleau Forest Sandstone Quarry" takes us back to the year 1890, capturing a moment in time within the enchanting Fontainebleau Forest. The renowned French artist Auguste Louis Lepere, known for his exceptional talent, skillfully depicted this scene through wood engraving. Published in Revue Illustree between 1887 and 1890, this image is part of a bound volume containing a collection of 34 exquisite prints. Measuring just 6.1 x 5.1 cm (2 3/8 x 2 in. ), this small but powerful artwork transports us to the heart of La Foret de Fontainebleau: La Carrierre de Gres - the sandstone quarry nestled within the forest's embrace. Lepere's attention to detail brings life to every stroke, allowing viewers to appreciate the texture and beauty of these ancient stones. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of nature's raw magnificence juxtaposed with human intervention. The quarry stands as a testament to mankind's quest for resources while coexisting harmoniously with its natural surroundings. The Liszt Collection presents this extraordinary wood engraving from one of France's most celebrated artists without any commercial intentions or affiliations. Instead, it seeks solely to share and preserve artistic masterpieces like Lepere's work for generations to come. Let yourself be transported into history as you explore this mesmerizing depiction that captures both nature

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