Artwork
Joconde: Le lit
Joconde: Le lit is an ink print by the Baroque artist Charles Louis Lingée. It dates from 1784 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Joconde: Le lit is an etching by Charles Louis Lingée, created in 1784. The print is a representation of an intimate scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a woman reclining in bed, partially covered by sheets, with another figure kneeling beside her and a third sitting up. The scene is set in a room with heavy curtains and a window allowing natural light to enter.
Technique & Style
Lingée employed shading to achieve deep shadows and detailed textures, such as the folds in fabric and the woman's hair, echoing the dramatic style characteristic of the Baroque period.
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