What medium was Fernand Leger's 'Femme a la cruche'?
It's an etching, using a process called "aquatint." Check these sites for more information.
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http://www.answers.com/topic/aquatint
http://www.collectorsprints.com/glossary/aquatint.asp
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What does leger mean?
Fernand Leger's artwork 'Femme a la cruche' is an etching created using a process called aquatint. Aquatint is a printmaking technique that involves creating tonal areas by selectively etching a copper or zinc plate with acid. This process allows for the creation of subtle tonal variations and a rich texture in the final printed image.
To find more information about this specific artwork or the aquatint process, you can visit the following websites:
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- http://www.answers.com/topic/aquatint
- http://www.collectorsprints.com/glossary/aquatint.asp
These websites should provide you with more details about Fernand Leger's artwork and the aquatint technique.