Artwork
La tricoteuse endormie
La tricoteuse endormie is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Claude-Donat Jardinier. It dates from 1765 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La tricoteuse endormie is an engraving created by Claude-Donat Jardinier in 1765.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a woman seated in a chair, dozing while engaged in needlework. Her attire, including a loose cap and high-necked dress, is rendered in detail, with her head tilted downward.
Technique & Style
Fine lines are used to convey the folds of her clothing and the texture of the yarn, achieving a soft yet precise effect.
Artist & collection
