This is a drawing of an old train and tracks with figures seeming to halt a railway line. The drawing depicts an industrial scene where a train labeled "POSTE DE PARIS" is approaching in the background, and two figures labeled "VERSAILLES" are grasping the train tracks. The illustration uses strong lines and shading to highlight the tension and movement. The composition shows a contrast between the figures and the incoming train, emphasizing the power dynamics and drama in the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1871
- Medium
- gillotype on newsprint
- Dimensions
- 3432 × 3900 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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