Artwork

Juno Lucina

Juno Lucina, by William Fairland, ink, 1829
Juno Lucina, by William Fairland, ink, 1829

Juno Lucina is an ink print by the Romanticist artist William Fairland. It dates from 1829 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Juno Lucina is a lithograph created by William Fairland in 1829, existing as a proof before letters.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman in a draped robe, holding a scroll and standing against a dark background. Her bare feet and head covering contribute to an atmosphere of quiet contemplation, suggesting a figure of classical or mythological significance.

Technique & Style

The lithograph showcases intricate folds in the woman's robe, achieved through the effective use of light and shadow to convey depth and volume.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.