La fiancee du roi de Garbe: La chevalier
1750
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1750
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows two people sitting in a forest. One is a woman in flowing robes, holding a veil, while the other is a man in loose clothes, leaning on a staff. The trees around them are thick with leaves and branches, filling most of the background. The woman’s calm pose contrasts with the man’s tense posture, as if he’s waiting or explaining something. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the foliage and fabrics. Next, look up the technique: etching, drypoint, aquatint.
