Poetry

About this work

This black-and-white print shows two figures in a dimly lit room. One is a young woman lying down, her head resting on a pillow, while an older man with a beard leans over her, holding a sprig of leaves. The woman’s arm stretches out, and the man’s face looks serious, almost sad. The leaves in the man’s hand might hint at a deeper meaning—this isn’t just a random scene. The artist used fine lines and shading to create texture, especially in the fabrics and skin. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints with just ink and metal.