Peasant in a Round Hat (Paysan avec chapeau rond) 

Alphonse Legros's "Peasant in a Round Hat (Paysan avec chapeau rond)" is a powerful etching that depicts the stoic face of a peasant man. The work uses a stark contrast of light and dark to highlight the subject's features, including his furrowed brow and solemn gaze. Legros, a prominent Realist artist, was known for his depictions of rural life, often portraying laborers and common folk with a sense of dignity and respect. The etching's detailed lines and texture create a sense of depth and realism, drawing viewers into the subject's world.