The Treasure of Carcassonne 1928

"The Treasure of Carcassonne" is a black and white illustration by American artist Dorothy Lathrop, created in 1928. The artwork depicts a medieval scene with a fortified castle in the background, likely the city of Carcassonne in France. A young boy leads a donkey carrying a basket of fruit, and another child sits on the donkey's back. Lathrop's use of detailed linework and crosshatching creates a sense of texture and depth, characteristic of her illustrative style. The artwork likely served as an illustration for a children's book or story, reflecting Lathrop's prolific career as an illustrator for various publications.