Knives, Scissors and Razors to Grind
1795
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1795
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a dimly lit shop with three people inside. A man in a brown coat and hat stands at a workbench, holding a pair of scissors. A woman in a white dress with a pink hat leans over the bench, reaching for something. In the background, another person sits in shadow, facing away. The title says this is a shop where knives, scissors, and razors get sharpened. The warm lighting and simple details focus on everyday life. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints.
