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C. HOGUET (1821-1870), Broad-leafed path plant,...

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C. HOGUET (1821-1870), Broad-leafed path plant, Pencil Charles Hoguet (1821 Berlin - 1870 ibid.): Broad-leaved path plant, broad-leaved plantain or similar, 19th century, Pencil Technique: Pencil on Paper, mounted on Paper Date: 19th century Description: The work presents a plant study that achieves a three-dimensional appearance by means of fine lines and hatching techniques on tinted paper. Organic forms and a visible texture emphasise the vibrancy of the motif. Provenance: From the estate of the artist. Verso: Sketch of a similar plant Keywords: Plant study; Linework; Hatching; Organic forms; Texture; Three-dimensionality; Art representation; Paper; Drawing; Foliage; Artwork; Sketch; Botany; Naturalness; Richness of detail; Shadowing; Nature study; Artistic technique; Light and shadow, 19th century, Romanticism, Botany, France, Size: Paper: 7,6 cm x 11,6 cm (3 x 4,6 in)