The Storm, after Constable
c. 1875
Félix Buhot, a key figure in the Impressionist etching revival, pays homage to John Constable in this moody landscape. A turbulent sky, rendered with aggressive, scratchy lines, dominates the scene, threatening to unleash a storm on the horses and cart navigating the rugged terrain below. The composition is framed by a fascinating quirk: the left margin is filled with Buhot’s signature 'marginalia,' a vertical strip of whimsical faces and sketches that offer a peek into the artist's busy mind. It’s a dynamic tribute that captures the raw, fleeting energy of nature rather than just a static view.
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