1892
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Poultry Market at St.-Jean-de-Mont (Marche a la volaille, a St.-Jean-de-Mont) is a 1892 ink by Auguste Lepère, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketchy drawing shows a busy street scene with a tall church tower in the background. People are gathered around a market stall selling chickens, their heads turned toward the action. The artist used quick, loose lines to show movement and crowd energy, with some figures riding horses or carriages. Notice how the artist focused on everyday life—no fancy poses, just regular folks going about their day. The church tower stands out against the busy street, giving the scene a sense of place. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists use acid and needles to create these detailed, textured prints.
Louis-Auguste Lepère (30 November 1849 – 20 November 1918) was a French painter and etcher. Lepère is also considered a leader in the creative revival of wood engraving in Europe.
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