A Cusset (Allier)

Maxime Lalanne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a street view scene of a narrow alleyway framed by rustic buildings. The horizon is high, nearly hidden by the rooftops. The structures on the left and right have weathered textures, including sloping roofs and facades. The etching strokes are dark and detailed, depicting depth and shading. The palette is monochromatic, with blacks and grays emphasizing architectural details and a cobblestone path leading to a distant horse. A figure stands on a balcony of the building on the right. Light lines hint at the sky above.