Artwork
Ha! La joli petit chien
Ha! La joli petit chien is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-François Janinet. It dates from 1783 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Ha!
About this work
Overview
Ha! La joli petit chien is a print created by Jean-François Janinet in 1783 using color aquatint and etching techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two elegantly dressed women in a serene domestic setting, one seated and the other standing, adorned with elaborate hairstyles and hats. A simple decor with a mirror and a book on a small table adds to the tranquil atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Janinet employed color aquatint and etching to achieve a refined and intimate visual effect, characteristic of his work.
Artist & collection
