The Slave Market

About this work

This etching shows a busy square with people walking, talking, and gathering. A tall column stands on the right, and a crowd leans against it. In the background, a river runs through a town with buildings, a bridge, and a tower. Some people carry bags or pets, and a few look toward the column. The artist used fine lines to show every detail, from clothing folds to the texture of the buildings. This kind of close attention to small marks is typical of the technique they used. Try looking up etching to see how artists create these sharp, precise lines.