Wash-house, called "The Washerwomen" (Le lavoir, dite "Les Laveuses") 

Alphonse Legros, a prominent French artist, created this detailed etching titled "Wash-house, called 'The Washerwomen'" sometime during his long and successful career. The artwork depicts two figures, likely women, bent over, engaged in the laborious task of washing clothes at a riverbank. This realistic portrayal of everyday life speaks to Legros' artistic interest in the ordinary and humble aspects of human existence. The etching also incorporates elements of landscape, with a meandering river winding through a picturesque countryside. This combination of human activity and natural beauty is typical of Legros' style, characterized by a focus on realism and a sense of quiet contemplation.