19th-century French school

19th-century French school.
“View of Paris.”
Charcoal on paper.
Embossed stamp.
Shows foxing.
Measurements: 37 x 53.5 cm; 41 x 56 cm (frame).

The view of Paris now up for auction is part of the tradition of 19th-century French urban drawing, characterized by a careful observation of the city and the daily life of its inhabitants. The composition depicts a lively scene along the banks of the Seine, where carts, horses, workers, and goods are scattered across the foreground, creating an image with a distinctly costumbrista character.