Bain-froid Chevrier (Chevrier's cold bath establishment, or The School Baths, Paris)

Bain-froid Chevrier (Chevrier's cold bath establishment, or The School Baths, Paris) by Charles Meryon
Artist
Charles Meryon
Date
1864 ; Paris , France
Style
Realism
Genre
Cityscape
Location
Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met)
"Bain-froid Chevrier (Chevrier's cold bath establishment, or The School Baths, Paris)" is a captivating etching that depicts a lively scene within a cityscape setting of Paris. The artwork reflects Realism, capturing everyday life with meticulous detail and authenticity. The composition portrays bathers and attendants engaged in routine activities at Chevrier's cold bath establishment, emphasizing the mundane yet vital aspects of urban life. The artist's precise technique and focus on accurate representation create an intimate glimpse into Parisian culture and social customs of the period.

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