The Marmot 1822

"The Marmot" is an 1822 lithograph by French artist Louis Léopold Boilly. Known for his portraits and genre scenes, Boilly captures a moment of street life in this artwork. The piece depicts two men, one carrying a wooden crate and a stick, while the other holds a hat and a cane. The artist's use of subtle shading and details creates a sense of realism and captures the unique character of his subjects. Boilly's artwork often offered a glimpse into the daily lives of ordinary people, making him a popular figure in the French artistic scene.