Etching

"Etching" by Charles Meryon exemplifies his mastery of the etching technique, which he relied on due to colour blindness. Renowned as the most significant 19th-century French etcher, Meryon created powerful cityscape views that evoke his distinctive Gothic vision of Paris. His works often convey a dark, atmospheric mood, contrasting with Realism in tone. Despite struggles with mental illness, which led to his death in an asylum, Meryon’s innovative approach and evocative imagery continue to influence the world of printmaking.