The Large Apple Market Possibly 1891 - 1917

"The Large Apple Market" is a black and white etching by French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère. The piece depicts a bustling scene of boats and barges on a waterway, likely the Seine River, with the city of Paris appearing in the distance. Lepère, a renowned printmaker, was known for his detailed renderings of urban landscapes, particularly in Paris. "The Large Apple Market," created sometime between 1891 and 1917, highlights the city's evolving cityscape and its connection to the waterways. This etching, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Lepère's mastery of the printmaking medium and its ability to capture the essence of urban life.