1866
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Oude-Kate is a 1866 ink by Félicien Rops, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image presents a somber etching of an elderly woman, seated on a chair, with her head covered by a cloth. She is dressed in a long, loose-fitting robe and holds a knife in her right hand. A basket lies on the ground in front of her, accompanied by a few scattered objects. The woman's face is characterized by deep wrinkles, and her gaze is directed downward. The overall atmosphere of the image exudes a sense of melancholy and introspection. The artist's use of etching techniques creates a sense of texture and depth, drawing the viewer's attention to the intricate details of the woman's face and clothing. To learn more about the artist's style and techniques, explore the works of Félicien Rops.
Félicien Victor Joseph Rops (French: ; 7 July 1833 – 23 August 1898) was a Belgian artist associated with Symbolism, Decadence, and the Parisian fin de siècle, and was a member of the Les XX group.
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