A Monday, Entry into Prés-Saint-Gervais 1893

"A Monday, Entry into Prés-Saint-Gervais" is an etching by the French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère, created in 1893. The artwork depicts a bustling scene in the Parisian suburb of Prés-Saint-Gervais, showcasing the everyday lives of its inhabitants. With a focus on the interaction of people in the foreground, the print reveals a glimpse of social life in the late 19th century. Lepère, renowned for his black-and-white etchings, employed a skillful use of light and shadow to capture the ambiance of this Parisian locale. The composition provides a unique insight into the artist's keen observation of everyday life in the city and its surroundings, with a sense of realism and immediacy.