St. Séverin, Paris
1839
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1839
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a tall, old church with pointed windows and carvings on the walls. People in old-fashioned clothes walk around the front steps and sit on the ground nearby. The sky is light with a few clouds, and the buildings look worn but detailed. The artist focused on how the church fits into the daily life of the town. The mix of grand architecture and everyday people was a common theme in this time. Check out how this image was made using lithography.
