Reverse copy of Balais Balais (Brushes Brushes), from Le Cris de Paris (The Cries of Paris), plate 5 1722 - 1783

"Reverse copy of Balais Balais (Brushes Brushes)" is an etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas from his series *Le Cris de Paris* (The Cries of Paris). This print, from 1722-1783, depicts a man selling brooms and brushes while a dog looks on. Le Bas’s etching, printed in reverse, captures the bustle and energy of street life in 18th-century Paris. The artist’s meticulous detail showcases the textures of the man's clothing, the cart’s wood, and the street itself. This work is part of a larger series that captures a variety of vendors, showcasing the diversity of trades practiced in Paris at the time.