Young Woman and a Boy Facing Right
1744
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1744
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a woman and a boy facing right. The woman’s hair is pulled back, and she’s wearing a loose, draped garment. The boy’s face is turned slightly away, with one hand near his head. Their expressions are soft but not clear. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and textures, especially in the hair and fabric. This method makes the image look almost three-dimensional. Next, look up *engraving* to see how artists like this one build depth with lines.
