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Le Petit Pont, Paris

Charles Meryon

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a streetscape with a cathedral in the distance. The etching features detailed architecture, including a river with a stone embankment. Rows of narrow buildings lead towards the cathedral, with a cloudy sky above. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing the contrast in the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1850
Medium
etching and engraving on green laid paper
Dimensions
3476 × 4780 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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