L'audience (3e planche) (The Hearing) (third plate)
1895
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1895
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a crowded courtroom scene. A judge in robes stands at a high desk, leaning forward as if listening. Behind him, a row of men in suits and hats lean over the railing, watching intently. The lines are loose and quick, like a hurried sketch. The artist focused on everyday life, not polished perfection. This style was common in late 19th-century France, where artists like Forain captured real moments in public spaces. Look up lithography to see how this sketch was made.
