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La Place Pigalle en 1878 (Place Pigalle in 1878)

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a city square at street level. Buildings and chimneys dominate the horizon against a softly rendered sky. In the center, a horse-drawn carriage moves on the cobblestone street, surrounded by people. Near a building labeled "Tout Paris," individuals are busy with various activities. A group of people is gathered near a fountain-like structure, with two women sharing an umbrella. The color palette is mainly sepia and earthy tones, evoking a vintage atmosphere. The scene is detailed, with additional buildings and people extending into the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
etching, aquatint, drypoint, and roulette with burnishing in brown-black and brown-red on vellum
Dimensions
4602 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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