"La Rue des Barres" is a wood engraving by Auguste Louis Lepère depicting a narrow Parisian street with characteristic architectural detail and atmospheric effect. The work exemplifies Lepère's mastery of the wood engraving medium, demonstrating his ability to capture urban scenes through precise line work and tonal variation. Created during the late 19th century, this print reflects the artist's interest in documenting the everyday character of Paris before modernization transformed its historic neighborhoods.