Artwork
The Nursery Maid
The Nursery Maid is a print by Jean-Émile Laboureur. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Nursery Maid is a 1900 print by French artist Jean-Émile Laboureur, showcasing his skill in capturing everyday life through various artistic mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts an intimate domestic scene: a young nursemaid bending to tend to a baby, their interaction conveyed through simple yet expressive forms.
Technique & Style
Laboureur employed rapid, gestural lines to convey movement and texture, using chiaroscuro to create depth through the interplay of light and shadow, resulting in a sketchy, informal style.
Context
As part of Laboureur's broader oeuvre, which spanned painting, engraving, and illustration, The Nursery Maid reflects his interest in everyday subjects and his ability to adapt his style to different mediums.
Artist & collection
Artist
Émile Laboureur, known as Jean Émile (16 August 1877, Nantes – 16 June 1943, near Pénestin) was a French painter, designer, engraver, watercolorist, lithographer, and illustrator.
