L'Hiver à Paris (Winter in Paris)
1879
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1879
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a busy Paris street in winter. Snow covers the ground, and people walk with umbrellas or bundled up in coats. Horses pull carriages, and dogs run around. The buildings are tall and crowded, with signs for shops and cafés. In the corners, smaller sketches show people and animals in different poses. The artist used a mix of techniques to create texture, like rough lines and smooth shading. The date and place are written in the print: *"à la Place Breda, 9 Décembre"*—so this is a specific moment in December. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this make detailed prints.
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