Artwork
Etude pour un portrait
Etude pour un portrait is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Maurice Delcourt. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Etude pour un portrait is a woodcut print created by Maurice Delcourt in 1895.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman from behind, wearing a long dress and a large hat. The simplicity of the lines and the plain background emphasize the shape of her clothing.
Technique & Style
The woodcut technique, involving carving a design into wood and printing it, gives the image bold lines and a sketch-like quality. The artist's use of this method results in a straightforward yet smooth representation.
Artist & collection
