Julie s'évanouit dans un fauteuil

Julie s'évanouit dans un fauteuil

Noël Le Mire

1762

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a small group of people in a dimly lit room. A woman in a fancy dress is fainting in a chair, while others crowd around her—some reaching out, others looking worried. A window with curtains lets in a little light, and a small portrait hangs on the wall behind them. The scene feels dramatic but controlled, like a moment frozen in time. The artist used sharp lines to show the emotions and movement of the people. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.

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