"Evening" by Alphonse Legros is a drypoint print that exemplifies the artist's mastery of the intaglio technique during the 19th century. The work captures a contemplative nocturnal scene through Legros's skillful manipulation of line and tone, characteristic of his printmaking practice. As a respected figure in the Société des Trois, Legros contributed significantly to the revival of printmaking as a fine art medium in France.