Milkmaid of Boulogne, 1st plate (Laitiere a Boulogne) 

"Milkmaid of Boulogne" is a print by French artist Alphonse Legros (1837-1911). It depicts a woman, presumably a milkmaid, riding a donkey with a basket in her lap. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a rough stone wall. Legros’s etching style is characterized by its dark, rich tones and heavy lines, which contribute to the melancholic mood of the work. The print is part of a series of etchings by Legros that focused on scenes of rural life in France. These works are often considered to be deeply moving and evocative, capturing the beauty and dignity of everyday life in the countryside.