Place Joachim-du-Bellay met de Fontaine des Innocents before 1840

"Place Joachim-du-Bellay met de Fontaine des Innocents" is a lithograph by Ernest Jaime, a French artist who lived from 1802 to 1884. This artwork depicts a busy street scene in Paris, focusing on the Fontaine des Innocents, a monumental fountain that was originally built in the 16th century. The lithograph captures the bustling activity of the city, with people, carriages, and horses filling the street. The detail in the architecture and the realistic portrayal of the figures suggest a sense of place and time, showcasing the artistry of Ernest Jaime in capturing the details of daily life in 19th-century Paris. This lithograph is a valuable historical record of the city's past.