This is a black and white engraving depicting a group of cherubic children jumping over a bonfire. The scene is centered around a large, roaring fire with flames reaching upwards. Surrounding the fire are approximately eight children, all depicted as nude and with curly hair. They are in various poses, some mid-jump, others preparing to leap, and a few already on the other side of the fire. The style is reminiscent of classical depictions of cherubs or putti. Below the image is a line of French text, likely a caption or verse related to the scene. There's also a circular stamp or seal with text within it. At the very bottom, there's a line of text indicating the source of the image: 'BIBLIOTHEQUE MUNICIPALE DE LYON - F1930005389'. The overall impression is a playful, yet slightly precarious scene, capturing a moment of youthful exuberance and risk.

Black and white engraving of children jumping over a bonfire.

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This is a black and white engraving depicting a group of cherubic children jumping over a bonfire. The scene is centered around a large, roaring fire with flames reaching upwards. Surrounding the fire are approximately eight children, all depicted as nude and with curly hair. They are in various poses, some mid-jump, others preparing to leap, and a few already on the other side of the fire. The style is reminiscent of classical depictions of cherubs or putti. Below the image is a line of French text, likely a caption or verse related to the scene. There's also a circular stamp or seal with text within it. At the very bottom, there's a line of text indicating the source of the image: 'BIBLIOTHEQUE MUNICIPALE DE LYON - F1930005389'. The overall impression is a playful, yet slightly precarious scene, capturing a moment of youthful exuberance and risk.

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