Le faucon

About this work

This black-and-white print shows three people sitting in a cozy room with stone steps in the background. The man on the left wears a loose shirt and pants, leaning forward with one hand on his knee. The woman in the middle, dressed in a simple dress and cap, holds a small object while talking. On the right, another woman in fancy clothes sits with a dog at her feet, gesturing as she speaks. A table between them holds a few items, and a basket sits nearby. Notice how the artist uses shading to make the fabrics and faces look almost three-dimensional. The dog’s relaxed pose adds warmth to the scene. Check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this create detailed prints.