Milton's Dream of his Deceased Wife
1854
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1854
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a quiet night scene. A woman lies asleep in a bed, her head resting on a pillow. Nearby, a small candle flickers on a table, casting soft light on an open book and a chair. Behind her, a window reveals another room with a faint glow. The artist used fine lines to create texture, making the fabrics and curtains look almost real. The candlelight adds warmth to the otherwise dark room. Want to see how artists used light and shadow like this? Look up etching.
