On ne s'avise jamais de tout

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a busy kitchen scene. A woman in a long dress is kneeling by a table, holding a baby. Another woman stands nearby, adjusting her hair in front of a mirror. A third woman peeks in from outside through an open window. The room has a fireplace with shelves holding jars and pots, and a cat sits on the floor near the table. The artist used sharp lines to show movement and emotion, like the woman’s flowing dress or the cat’s focused gaze. The scene feels lively but a little chaotic—maybe daily life in the 1700s. If you like this style, check out more works by Patas, Charles Emmanuel.