Un violent exercice étouffe les sentimens tendres

The work combines etching with drypoint, the latter's direct plate scratching technique lending a rough, jagged appearance to the heart, enhancing the overall intensity.

Created in 1778 by Noël Le Mire, the print is now part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington.

Notably dark for its time, the piece reflects a nuanced exploration of emotional struggle within 18th-century art.

While specific influence is not detailed, the print remains a significant example of Le Mire's work, accessible through the National Gallery of Art's holdings.