Man Climbing a Wall (L'escalade) 

"Man Climbing a Wall (L'escalade)" is a powerful etching by Alphonse Legros, a prominent figure in the Realist movement of the 19th century. The etching depicts a weathered, older man in a straw hat, his face etched with the lines of hard work and experience, as he strains to pull himself up a wall. The stark lines and deeply etched textures of the artwork, characteristic of Legros' style, contribute to the sense of hardship and vulnerability of the subject. The composition emphasizes the physical effort of the man, capturing the essence of everyday labor in a poignant and realistic manner.