Mother Pichard's Canteen, Near Gorge aux Loups Possibly 1888 - 1908

"Mother Pichard's Canteen, Near Gorge aux Loups" is an etching by French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère, created sometime between 1888 and 1908. The print depicts a bustling scene in a wooded area, with people gathered around a canteen, likely enjoying a meal or drinks. Lepère's signature and the date "1918" appear in the bottom right corner. This work captures the charm of daily life in France during the late 19th century and is a fine example of Lepère's ability to depict a scene in a dynamic yet detailed manner. "Mother Pichard's Canteen" is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.