Croquis de'Enfants (Sketches of Children)
1872
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1872
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image depicts a sketch of children, with two figures prominently featured in the foreground. The child on the left is seated, wearing a hat and a coat, while the child on the right is leaning forward, with their head down and their hair visible. In the background, there are several buildings, including what appears to be a church steeple. The sketch is rendered in a loose, expressive style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The overall effect is one of spontaneity and energy, as if the artist was quickly capturing the scene before them. The sketch is a beautiful example of Romanticism, and it invites the viewer to explore the works of Félix-Hilaire Buhot.