La Bonne Mère
1779
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1779
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a woman sitting in a garden, holding a baby. Behind her, a child plays near a table with a pitcher and cup. The scene is surrounded by lush bushes and trees, framed by a circular border. The woman wears a long dress with a shawl, and her face looks calm. The artist used shading to show light hitting the woman’s face and the baby’s features. The background is filled with tiny details like flowers and leaves, making the garden feel alive. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create prints.