1897
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Notre Dame vue du Marché aux pommes is a 1897 by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This etching shows a crowded Paris street scene with a mix of people and boats. The buildings look old and weathered, and the sky is dark with rain or smoke. A few figures huddle under umbrellas or cloaks, while others stand or walk in the wet streets. The lines are sharp and detailed, giving a sense of movement and chaos. Notice how the artist uses light and shadow to create depth, almost like a sketch with strong contrasts. The boats in the background add a sense of daily life in the city. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how this technique works in other art.
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
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