The Little Fish Shop, Chelsea Embankment by Theodore Roussel

The Little Fish Shop, Chelsea Embankment 1888 - 1889

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drawing, print, etching, paper

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architectural sketch

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drawing

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amateur sketch

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aged paper

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print

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etching

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pencil sketch

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sketched

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sketch book

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incomplete sketchy

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charcoal drawing

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paper

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england

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detailed observational sketch

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heavy shading

Theodore Roussel's "The Little Fish Shop, Chelsea Embankment" is a 19th-century etching capturing a moment in London. Roussel, known for his detailed portrayals of urban life, meticulously captures the storefront of a small fish shop. The etching depicts the shop's window, its awning, and a lamppost in the foreground. The shop's interior and a figure inside are visible, adding to the realism of the scene. The etching's delicate lines and subtle shading evoke the atmosphere of a bustling city street. This print offers a glimpse into the everyday life of London during the late 19th century.

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