The Woodcutter's House 1915

"The Woodcutter's House" is a 1915 etching by the French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère, a prominent figure in the revival of printmaking in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This work showcases Lepère's signature style, characterized by detailed linework and a sense of realism, depicting a simple rural scene of a woodcutter sharpening his tools outside his home. The etching's composition emphasizes the figures and their activities, while also highlighting the humble architecture and the natural world surrounding them. Currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, "The Woodcutter's House" is a testament to Lepère's mastery of the etching technique and his keen eye for everyday life.