Le Pont Neuf et la Samaritaine
1881
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1881
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This etching shows a river with a stone bridge carrying people and carts. On the right bank, a large building under construction has wooden scaffolding and workers. The bridge has three arches, and a church with a clock tower sits behind it. The water looks choppy, and a few boats float nearby. The artist focused on everyday life and real places, not fancy scenes. The mix of construction and old buildings shows how cities change slowly. Next, look up Edmond Gosselin (French) to see more of his city views.
