{"product_id":"the-mortuary-paris-charles-meryon","title":"The Mortuary, Paris - Charles Meryon","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed etching by Charles Meryon depicting the Morgue in Paris, showcasing his precise line work and atmospheric approach to urban architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Meryon, a central figure in the nineteenth-century etching revival, produced this work as part of his celebrated series, Eaux-fortes sur Paris. The print depicts the Morgue, a building situated on the Île de la Cité, which Meryon observed from the banks of the Seine. His approach to the urban environment is marked by a precise, almost obsessive attention to architectural detail, combined with a sombre, atmospheric quality that defines his graphic output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is structured around the stark geometry of the building, contrasted against the chaotic, swirling smoke rising from the chimneys. Meryon employs a dense network of lines to create texture and shadow, particularly in the rendering of the stone walls and the dark, murky waters of the river. The presence of small figures on the quay adds a sense of scale and human narrative to the scene, grounding the architectural subject in the daily life of mid-nineteenth-century Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the topographical views common to his contemporaries, Meryon imbues this scene with a psychological weight. The etching process allows for a high degree of control, enabling the artist to manipulate light and dark to produce a moody, evocative image. The work captures a specific moment in the history of the city, documenting structures that were often subject to the rapid urban transformations of the era. Through his technical mastery of the copper plate, Meryon transforms a utilitarian building into a subject of contemplation, demonstrating his ability to find visual interest in the overlooked corners of the metropolis. This print remains a primary example of his contribution to the medium, reflecting his meticulous craftsmanship and his unique perspective on the Parisian cityscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ministere-de-la-marine-fictions-voeux-charles-meryon\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMinistère de la Marine (Fictions \u0026amp; Vœux) - Charles Meryon — Charles Méryon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-rising-moon-samuel-palmer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Rising Moon - Samuel Palmer — Samuel Palmer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Charles Meryon","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442976395599,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442991665487,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58442991698255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442991731023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442991763791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442991796559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442991829327,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442991862095,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442991894863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58442991927631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58442991960399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58442991993167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Mortuary-Paris_Poster_CompositorV1_1786213328919.jpg?v=1786403143","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/the-mortuary-paris-charles-meryon","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}