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Passage de la Marmite, Paris

Maxime Lalanne

1866

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Street

Dominant colour

Passage de la Marmite, Paris is a 1866 ink by Maxime Lalanne, a Impressionism work, depicting Street, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Maxime Lalanne
When & what style?: 1866 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching on wove paper depicts a narrow, dimly lit street scene. The passage is lined with tall buildings, their walls and windows detailed in intricate lines. A group of people are gathered at the end of the passage, while others are seen walking along the street. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet, everyday life. In the background, the sky is visible through the passage, adding a sense of depth to the scene. The artist's use of shading and texture creates a sense of realism, drawing the viewer into the world of the painting. The attention to detail in this etching is reminiscent of the work of artists like Gustave Doré, who also explored the urban landscape in their art.