The Conversation
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1698
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows two people in old-fashioned clothes. The woman sits in a chair, holding a fan and looking down at her hands. The man stands beside her, leaning on a table with a candle and a book. Their clothes have lots of details like lace and embroidery, and the room looks dimly lit. The artist used a technique that makes shadows and light stand out sharply. This was common in Baroque art, which often showed drama and movement. Next, check out Baroque to see more examples of this style.
