Artwork
The Spinner
The Spinner is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-Jacques de Boissieu. It dates from 1759 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:upper left in image: DB (in monogram) f.; by later hand, upper right of mount in graphite: 4.; by later hand, lower left of mount in graphite: 1ere Epreuve d'un eau-forte pure.; by later hand, lower right in graphite: 97.
About this work
Overview
The Spinner is an etching on laid paper created by Jean-Jacques de Boissieu in 1759.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a woman seated on a bench, intently spinning wool. Her gentle expression and focused gaze convey a sense of calm dedication to her task. The serene atmosphere evokes a sense of peacefulness.
Technique & Style
Soft colors and gentle lines characterize the etching, creating a soothing atmosphere. The artist skillfully captured the subtleties of the woman's expression and the manipulation of the wool.
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