Mort de Julie
1766
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Nicolas Delaunay
Nicolas Delaunay (1739–1792) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Mort de Julie is a 1766 ink by Nicolas Delaunay, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a tense scene inside a dimly lit bedroom. Two women stand near a bed, one reaching out while the other holds a child. The bed has heavy curtains and a sick person lying under the covers. A small child sits on the floor, looking up. The artist used shading to show emotion in the faces and fabrics. The lines are precise but full of movement, making the scene feel urgent. Next, look up etching, drypoint, aquatint to see how artists create these dramatic effects.
Nicolas Delaunay (1739–1792) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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