La Mare au diable

About this work

This black-and-white print shows two people sitting by a small fire in a dark, wooded clearing. Tall trees with twisted branches loom over them, and a faint path or bridge glows in the distance. The scene feels quiet and mysterious, with shadows everywhere. The title at the bottom, *La Mare au diable*, hints at a story—maybe about a hidden pond or a trickster. The artist used fine lines to create deep shadows and texture, making the forest feel alive. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this carved their designs into metal plates.