Reverse copy of A Racomoder les Vieux Souflets (Mend the Old Bellows), from Le Cris de Paris (The Cries of Paris), plate 3 1722 - 1783

This etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas, titled "A Racomoder les Vieux Souflets (Mend the Old Bellows)," is part of the series "Le Cris de Paris (The Cries of Paris)." The image depicts a street vendor carrying his tools, a bellows, and a basket of other objects on his back. Le Bas's detailed and realistic portrayal of the vendor's attire and tools captures the spirit of 18th-century Parisian street life. The etching is a fine example of Rococo art and is a testament to the artistry of Le Bas. "Le Cris de Paris" is a series of etchings depicting the daily life of the working class in Paris. This artwork is a valuable historical document offering insight into the everyday lives of 18th-century Parisians.