Le Petit Parc
Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non
1764
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non
1764
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a quiet park scene with two people standing under trees. The trees are thick and leafy, shading a path that curves through the scene. In the background, there’s a building with a fence and some steps leading down to a small bridge over water. The artist used shading to show light and shadow, making the trees look dense. The two figures are small, almost lost in the greenery, which makes the scene feel peaceful. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists like this one made prints.
