The Wedding Ring

The Wedding Ring

Thomas Hovenden

1885

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows two people in a dim room. One stands in a long, flowing dress with lace trim, holding a baby. The other leans in, touching the baby’s hand gently. The woman’s dress is detailed with ruffles, and the man wears a jacket with a high collar. Behind them, a wooden chair and a small table with a cloth are visible. The artist used shading to show light hitting the baby’s face and the woman’s dress. This makes the scene feel intimate, like a quiet moment caught in time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create prints.

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