This wood engraving by Auguste Louis Lepère depicts a modest still life of grapes, rendered with the meticulous detail characteristic of the medium. Created as a tailpiece (cul-de-lampe) for a bound volume, the work exemplifies the refined decorative function such prints served in late nineteenth century book arts. Lepère's skillful handling of the engraving tool creates subtle tonal variations that imbue the humble subject with understated elegance.