Untitled (Place des Cordeliers)
1852
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1852
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This street scene shows a row of old buildings with worn roofs and chimneys. In the center stands a tall column topped with a statue, looking like a soldier. Around it, many horse-drawn carriages are parked, some covered with white cloths. A small shop with a sign reading "Boulangerie Économique" sits in the corner. The carriages are neatly lined up, waiting for passengers in what looks like a quiet city square. The buildings have shutters and simple windows, giving a sense of everyday life. Next, check out Realism to see how artists like Froissart captured ordinary scenes.
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