Les toits de Saint-Severin

Auguste Lepère

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a view from a window and a child standing in the interior. The drawing shows an intricate scene with a glimpse of an outdoor view visible through a large, arched window. The external view reveals rooftops with steep, sloping tiles and ornate architectural features, likely part of a church or cathedral, with pointed spires and detailed stonework. The indoor scene includes a figure standing on a wooden floor next to a wall, with a textured effect created by crosshatching techniques. The indoor space is partially shadowed, with a sense of depth accentuated by the contrasting light coming from the window. The artist's use of lines and shading creates a dramatic and atmospheric composition.