Le Gamin à L'orvet Possibly 1908

"Le Gamin à L'orvet" (The Boy with the Slow-Worm) is an etching by French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère, created around 1908. The work depicts a young boy seated, seemingly lost in thought, near a table with two containers on top. The etching's delicate lines and subtle shading capture the child's contemplative pose, conveying a sense of quietude and introspection. This print, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Lepère's mastery of the etching technique, known for its ability to create delicate and atmospheric effects. Lepère's work often explored themes of everyday life, capturing the essence of simple moments with sensitivity and realism.