Limonienkrämerinn (Lemon Seller)

Limonienkrämerinn (Lemon Seller)

Johann Georg Mansfeld

1775

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a black and white engraving of a woman holding a basket of lemons. She is wearing a long dress and apron, with a head covering and shoes. The woman is standing on a dirt floor, with a shadow cast behind her. The engraving is detailed, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The woman's face is serene, with a gentle expression. The image is a beautiful example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and nature. To learn more about this style, look up the Romanticism movement.

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