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A HIGH RESOLUTION DOWNLOAD IS ALSO AVAILABLE, PLEASE EMAIL FOR INFO. Nearly the latest addition to the Gallery of the Luxembourg and one of the most popular paintings in that national collection, is, The Arrest in Picardy. The story is drawn in the main street of a rustic village in Picardy. A young woman by common rumour has been suspected of the atrocious crime of infanticide, and the dreadful time has arrived when the old woman, most prominent in charge of the morals of the community, has decided to denounce her to the authorities. The Gendarme has been sent for, and in a matter of fact way, takes the unfortunate young creature into custody, whilst the Notary writes down evidence that he considers necessary in the case. The skilful grouping and the powerful dramatic interest thrown into this incident in humble life, bespeak the superior master. The children, wonder-struck, the brother dumb with awe, by the door of his mother's thatched cottage, the grief-stricken mother, the peasants gossiping in groups, and even the indifferent hen, all make a contrast to the old woman, who, in her terrible way makes her dreadful accusation against the overwhelmed girl. We can only hope that her suspicions will prove erroneous. Salmson is by birth a Swede, but now a French citizen. He studied at the Academy of Arts, Stockholm, and afterwards under M. Comnpte of Paris. COMES WITH DESCRIPTION AND BRIEF ARTIST BIO. PAGE SIZE: approx 14 1/2 ins x 11 ins IMAGE SIZE: approx 10 1/2 ins x 7 1/2 ins CONDITION Photogravure. There is soiling in the bottom margin of the print , it doesn't affect the picture, otherwise in Excellent Condition. The print is blank on reverse side. Visible Plate Mark. Heavy Card Paper. Suitable Ageing. As Scanned. The image has beautiful depth and detail.This beautiful rare item would look great matted and framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures. NOTE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE YOU PURCHASE: This is a GENUINE ANTIQUE PRINT. It is NOT a modern reproduction, ie. a laser scan, photocopy etc. This print was published on the date mentioned, or circa of the date mentioned at the top of the page. The term "print" is referred to an image on a piece of paper. The print I have for sale, like many antique prints, originate from an antique book publication. The publication may not always be known. If you have any questions, emails are welcome. N° de ref. del artículo 9554
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