Les sabots
1784
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1784
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Les sabots is a 1784 ink by Jacques Couché, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This picture shows two people sitting in a grassy forest. The woman is holding a basket of flowers and a hat, while the man leans in toward her, looking surprised. Behind them, trees and bushes fill the background, and the sky is partly cloudy. Notice the title at the bottom: *Les Sabots*—it means "The Clogs" in French, hinting at a possible story or scene. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and textures, making the scene look almost three-dimensional. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists like Couché made detailed prints.
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