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Je fis ce qu'on appelle un bon marche.

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a street scene. The composition portrays a busy street with various activities. Animals are running through the street, causing frenzy among the crowd. Tall buildings surround the scene. In the foreground, there are detailed figures engaged in the chaos. The drawing includes decorative elements along the borders. The style of the etching is dynamic, with sharp lines and expressive features.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper, possibly soaked in turpentine
Dimensions
8481 × 11609 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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