15/16

About this artwork

De arbeider wijst op Parijs. Hij vindt de stad maar somber zonder rellen.

Art Historical Context

Nicolas Toussaint Charlet1792–1845), a prolific French lithographer and painter, created *15/16* in 1836, during the turbulent July Monarchy. Known for his witty caricatures and scenes of military life infused with social commentary, Charlet captured the spirit of post-Napoleonic France. This lithograph, measuring 247mm high by 338mm wide, belongs to a series likely chronicling urban unrest, as suggested by its sequential title. In the image, a worker gestures toward Paris, lamenting the city's somber mood without the excitement of riots. This poignant depiction reflects the era's simmering c...

About the Artist

Nicolas Toussaint Charlet · 1792–1845

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