The Little Errand-Girl (Le petit trottin)

The Little Errand-Girl (Le petit trottin)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

1893

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a young girl walking down the street, carrying a package. She's dressed in a long coat and a big hat. This work is interesting because it gives us a glimpse into everyday life in the city. The girl's expression is quiet and focused on her task. To learn more about the process used to create this image, look up the technique: lithography.

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