The Daughters of Minyas
1676
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1676
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a group of women sitting and standing in a dim, cluttered room. One woman is weaving at a loom, while others look up at a figure floating above them, holding a scroll. The scene feels busy and dramatic, with swirling lines and dark shadows filling the background. The floating figure might be a goddess or mythological character, judging by the way the women react. The artist used sharp, detailed lines to create texture—notice how the fabric, hair, and even the floor tiles look almost three-dimensional. This is an example of etching, a technique where artists scratch into metal plates to make prints.
