La clochette
1774
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1774
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
La clochette is a 1774 ink by Jean Dambrun, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a woman standing in a forest, holding a cow’s horns while a calf nurses. The trees around her are thick and tangled, with lots of small details in the leaves and branches. She’s dressed in flowing robes, and her face looks calm but a little sad. The artist used shading to make the scene feel textured, especially in the fur and fabric. This kind of printmaking technique lets you see fine lines and shadows clearly. Check out more about etching to see how artists create these detailed prints.
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