Squaring Logs (Homme que fend des buches) 

"Squaring Logs (Homme que fend des buches)" is an etching created by French artist Alphonse Legros, known for his realist and often somber depictions of working-class life. This print showcases Legros's signature style with its detailed rendering of the figure and the surrounding landscape. The composition focuses on a lone woodcutter, bent over his task in a forest clearing. The figure's simple form and the stark contrast between light and shadow further emphasize the artist's interest in capturing the dignity and hardship of manual labor. The work exemplifies Legros's keen observation of everyday life and his ability to convey a sense of quiet realism in his art.