La Gouvernante

About this work

This engraving shows a woman in old-fashioned clothes sitting on a chair, holding a pair of shoes. A young boy stands nearby, looking at her. Around them are tools like a shoe horn, scissors, and a brush. The room feels simple and lived-in, with a curtain in the background. The title *La Gouvernante* suggests this woman might be a governess, teaching the boy. The artist used fine lines to show details like the fabric folds and the boy’s curious expression. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Lépicié created sharp, precise images.