Paris, The great Art exhibition: In the Great Salon, A moment of reflection Possibly 1868 - 1920

"Paris, The great Art exhibition: In the Great Salon, A moment of reflection" is a lithograph by French artist Etienne Carjat, created sometime between 1868 and 1920. The artwork depicts a scene from the Salon, a prestigious art exhibition held annually in Paris. The work captures the atmosphere of contemplation and reflection that pervaded these events, as viewers paused to examine the artworks on display. The artist's meticulous detail and use of light and shadow give a sense of realism to the scene. The work is part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago.