Les Domes
1746
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1746
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Look for soft gray hills rising over a hazy line of rooftops. The buildings have domes you’d see in Paris, bathed in cool light. A few tiny figures wander the streets below. This etching dates to the late 1600s. Back then artists used etching to copy famous views for tourists and collectors. The drypoint lines scratch deep shadows that hold the ink, giving the whole scene a gentle glow. If you like the quiet mood here, peek at prints by Jacques Callot.
