Artwork

Street Scene (recto)

Street Scene (recto), by Gustave Doré, 1848
Street Scene (recto), by Gustave Doré, 1848

Street Scene (recto) is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Gustave Doré. It dates from 1848 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

You see a busy street scene with people walking and buildings in the background.
This painting is interesting because it shows everyday life in France during the 19th century. The way the people are dressed and the buildings look gives us a glimpse into what life was like back then.
Check out the work of Gustave Doré for more scenes like this.

Overview

Street Scene (recto), a drawing by Gustave Doré from circa 1848, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The piece depicts a vibrant urban setting with pedestrians and background architecture.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing captures everyday life in 19th-century France, offering a historical snapshot through the attire of the figures and the architectural details.

Technique & Style

While specific medium details are not provided, the work exemplifies Doré's observational approach to depicting urban landscapes, characteristic of his period's emphasis on realism.

History & Provenance

Created around 1848, the drawing is now housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, though the full provenance history prior to its acquisition is not detailed here.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Gustave Doré

Artist

Gustave Doré

Paul Gustave Louis Christophe Doré was a French printmaker, illustrator, painter, comics artist, caricaturist, and sculptor.

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