Le Point-du-Jour

Auguste Louis Lepère

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white illustration with the words 'Le Point du Jour' prominently displayed on the left side. The text is written in an ornate font and is surrounded by foliage and a bare tree branch. A man wearing a hat and coat sits on the ground, leaning on his right arm, which rests on a pile of what appears to be a basket and other items. In the background, there are buildings, trees, and what seems to be a body of water or a road with people and a bridge. A signpost is also visible. The entire scene is rendered in a detailed, sketch-like style. The illustration is set against a light-colored background that resembles aged paper.