Covent Garden 1887

"Covent Garden" is an etching created in 1887 by American artist Joseph Pennell. This artwork, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a bustling scene of Covent Garden Market, showcasing the lively energy of London's famous fruit and vegetable market. Pennell, known for his masterful use of line and detail, captures the movement and activity of the market, with vendors, buyers, and carts filled with produce, creating a dynamic composition.