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Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths"), by Charles Meryon, ink, 1864

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths")

Charles Meryon

1864

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Bain-froid chevrier, dit "de l'École" (Chevrier's Cold-Bath Establishment, Sometimes called the "School-Baths") is a 1864 ink by Charles Meryon, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Charles Meryon
When & what style?
1864 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a bustling street scene, with a large building on the left and a smaller one on the right. The street is filled with people, and there's a sense of activity and movement. In the background, you can see trees and other buildings, adding depth to the scene. One interesting detail is the use of different textures and shading techniques to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The etching is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and a focus on capturing the everyday life of the city. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to check out the Impressionism movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Charles Meryon
Artist

Charles Meryon

Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.

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