Dans La Rue 1895

"Dans La Rue" (1895) by Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen is an evocative depiction of Parisian street life. The lithograph captures a bustling scene of people on the street, their faces contorted in a mixture of excitement, anxiety, and boredom. The artist's masterful use of line and shadow creates a sense of movement and depth, highlighting the contrasting moods of the figures in the crowd. "Dans La Rue" reflects the dynamism and social complexities of Parisian life during the Belle Époque, a period of significant social and artistic change. Steinlen, known for his depictions of Parisian street scenes and his work in the Art Nouveau style, succeeded in capturing the essence of Parisian life in this poignant lithograph.