Who painted Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee?

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee was painted by Ferdinand Joubert in 1846.

Where can I see Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee?

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee?

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee

Ferdinand Joubert , 1846

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Ferdinand Joubert. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Gertrude Climbed a Widowed Father's Knee is an engraving created by Ferdinand Joubert in 1846, executed in black on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts an intimate scene of a seated man holding a child climbing onto his knee, with the man's other hand resting on his head, conveying a sense of weariness or contemplation. The title suggests a tender or playful moment, tempered by the man's subdued demeanor.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a detailed, soft appearance through the use of fine lines and shading, capturing the textures of fabric and skin. The engraving's focus on the figures is enhanced by the subtle suggestion of surrounding furniture and a wall.