The Coiffure

About this work

This print shows two women in a plain room. One sits on a bed with her back to us, brushing her hair. The other stands, also bare-backed, fixing her own hair in a mirror. The walls have faded floral wallpaper, and the floor has a simple rug. The lines are smooth but not detailed—just enough to show shapes and movement. The artist used a mix of light and dark tones to keep things simple. The focus isn’t on fancy details but on the quiet moment between the two women. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints with acid and needles.