L’École (The School)
1766
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1766
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a quiet room where a woman sits teaching two children. A man stands nearby, watching. The kids hold books and papers, while a dog lies at the woman’s feet. Shelves hold jars, a telescope, and a framed picture of a tree. Light streams through a window, brightening the scene. The title *L’École* means "The School," and the artist used a mix of lines and shading to create depth. Notice how the woman’s calm pose guides the kids—it’s a snapshot of learning. Next, check out etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how artists like Charpentier made prints like this.
