Grand escalier du Palais de justice. Vue de face
1848
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1848
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two people in long black robes and tall hats standing on a staircase. One is older with a serious face, the other younger with a blank look. Behind them, a small figure climbs the steps. The lines are rough and the scene looks like it was drawn quickly. The title says it’s the "Grand Escalier du Palais de Justice," meaning this is the big staircase of a courthouse. The artist used simple lines to show the people’s faces and clothes. Next, check out how this was made with lithography.
