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Femme Lavant dans un Baquet
HERVIER, Adolphe
Etching and aquatint on laid Arches paper. References: Beraldi 35; BN-IFF 79.The Bibliothèque Nationale mentions the existence of two states. Scar...
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Adolphe Hervier (1818–1879) was a French painter and printmaker whose quietly expressive work often captured scenes of humble rural life. His etchings—often marked by loose, sketch-like handling and an atmospheric tonal range—reflect a deep sensitivity to the rhythms of country life.
Though never fully embraced by the Salon system, Hervier found admirers in later generations of artists and collectors who appreciated his authenticity and technical grace. His etchings were sometimes championed by publishers such as Alfred Cadart, who helped promote the 19th-century etching revival in France. Hervier remains a quietly influential figure, valued for his unvarnished view of the rural world and his sensitivity to its lived textures.