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At the Spinning Wheel

Otto Henry Bacher

1884

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

At the Spinning Wheel is a 1884 ink by Otto Henry Bacher, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Otto Henry Bacher
When & what style?: 1884 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

In this etching, a woman stands in a doorway, holding a spinning wheel. She wears a long dress and has short hair. The spinning wheel is large, with a prominent wheel and a seat in front of it. The woman's face is blurred, but her posture suggests she is working. The scene is set in a room with a rug on the floor and a window behind the woman. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet industry. The etching is detailed, with fine lines and textures that give the image depth and realism. If you're interested in learning more about etching, you might want to look into the technique of drypoint.