Ernest Haskell's etching "Paris: The Scavenger's Daughter" depicts a figure engaged in the humble work of urban scavenging, rendered with the refined technique characteristic of the American printmaker's detailed linear style. The work reflects Haskell's interest in capturing scenes of everyday life and labor, employing the deliberate cross hatching and precise line work typical of his etching practice. This print exemplifies early twentieth century printmaking's engagement with social realism and the dignity found in working class subjects.