Interior of Chartres

About this work

Here we see a quiet stone room with a single chair and a few scattered papers. Soft light falls through a small window, casting shadows on the rough walls. The floor slopes gently, adding a subtle, off-kilter feel. Donald Shaw MacLaughlan made this etching with a needle, scratching lines into a metal plate. The drypoint style lets ink pool in the grooves, creating deep blacks and velvety shadows. It’s not a busy scene, but the empty chair feels heavy with something unseen. Look closely at how the light breaks on the wall. If you like this, try MacLaughlan, Donald Shaw.