Tourelle, Rue de l'École de Médecine, 22, Paris (House with a Turret, No. 22, Street of the School of Medecine, Paris)
1861
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1861
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a narrow Paris street packed with tall, cramped buildings. One stands out with a steep, pointed tower and fancy woodwork. Below, a horse-drawn carriage blocks the road, and a crowd gathers around it. Above the street, a wild mix of swirling lines and a small flying figure adds a dreamy, chaotic touch. The artist used sharp lines to show every brick and beam, making the buildings look almost three-dimensional. The messy sky detail hints at something beyond just the street—maybe a storm or a fantasy element. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one create such precise, textured prints.
