Artwork
Paris in 1867, View from the Trocadero

Paris in 1867, View from the Trocadero is a print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Paris in 1867, View from the Trocadero is a print created by French artist Maxime Lalanne in 1867. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print offers a panoramic view of Paris from the Trocadéro, showcasing the city's urban landscape. It features a river, a long bridge, and buildings along the riverbank, including a factory with a smokestack, capturing the city's industrial and architectural aspects.
Technique & Style
Lalanne employed fine lines to depict details such as smoke, boats, and distant architecture, a style characteristic of 19th-century city views. His focus on architectural and topographical subjects is consistent with his broader practice in printmaking and drawing.
History & Provenance
The print was created in 1867, the same year it depicts. It is now held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).

















