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The New Bridge and the Samaritaine seen from under the First Arch of the Exchange Bridge, Paris

Charles Meryon

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white scene of a cityscape. The scene is viewed through an archway, with a bridge and buildings in the background. The archway is made of stone and has a rounded top. A lantern hangs from the center of the archway by three chains. In the background, there is a bridge with three arches spanning a body of water. On the right side of the bridge, there is a large building with many windows. On the left side of the bridge, there is another building with a clock tower. The sky is cloudy. The image is drawn in a detailed, realistic style, with many lines and shading used to create depth and texture. The overall effect is one of a quiet, peaceful scene in an urban setting.

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1243 × 893 px
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