Choir in a Spanish Church (La choeur d'une eglise espagnole) 1860

"Choir in a Spanish Church" is a 1860 etching by Alphonse Legros, an artist known for his realist and often somber portrayals of everyday life. The etching depicts a group of figures gathered in a Spanish church, likely a choir, with one musician prominently playing a cello. The scene is rendered with a starkness characteristic of Legros's style, using hatched lines and a limited palette of grays to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The focus on the individuals and their simple yet powerful expressions highlights the human condition, suggesting a sense of devotion, contemplation, and perhaps even a hint of melancholy.