Au moins soyez discret (At Least Be Discreet!)
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1789
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a woman in a fancy dress, holding a fan to her face. Her hair is styled high with flowers, and she wears a ruffled sleeve. The background is plain, but her pose feels dramatic. Notice the small round relief sculpture at the bottom—it’s tucked under the main image like a secret. This print was made using a mix of etching and other techniques to create fine details. Want to see more? Check out etching, drypoint, aquatint.
