Artwork
La Bonne éducation (The Good Education)
La Bonne éducation (The Good Education) is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jacques-Philippe Le Bas. It dates from 1757 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La Bonne éducation (The Good Education) is a print created by Jacques-Philippe Le Bas in 1757, combining engraving and etching techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two women in a dimly lit interior, one reading a letter, the other holding a book, suggesting a scene of domestic education or guidance. A small dog and a harp are also present in the scene.
Technique & Style
Le Bas used fine lines to achieve a range of textures and shading, evident in the folds of the women's clothing and the overall atmosphere of the room.
Artist & collection
