The Baby-House
1872
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1872
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Baby-House is a 1872 ink by John Everett Millais, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a woman sitting in a wooden chair, sewing while a girl plays on the floor with a doll. Outside the window, a building with columns stands in the distance, and a small dog peeks out from behind the girl. The lines are loose and sketchy, giving it a quick, unfinished feel. The title *The Baby-House* hints this might be about childhood play, but the focus is on the quiet moment of sewing and play. The artist used a technique that lets the paper show through in some spots, adding texture. Want to see more? Check out etching to learn how artists like this create layered prints.
