Satan
1855
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1855
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a young woman ironing, with her blouse falling off her shoulder. She's being approached by a procuress, a woman who lures girls into sex work. The scene suggests the woman's morals are loose. The woman's pose and expression are interesting. She seems to be listening intently to the procuress. This scene is reminiscent of work by artist Paul Gavarni (French, 1804–1866).
