The Writing Desk

The Writing Desk

Childe Hassam

1915

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting shows a woman sitting at her desk, looking thoughtful. She's surrounded by papers and writing tools. The woman's profile is set against a backdrop of plants and foliage. The detail in her clothes and the clutter on her desk makes the scene feel cozy. It gives us a glimpse into everyday life at that time. You can learn more about this kind of art by looking into the technique: etching.

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