Artwork
La fiancee du roi de Garbe: L'arbre
La fiancee du roi de Garbe: L'arbre is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Louis Petit. It dates from 1786 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La fiancee du roi de Garbe: L'arbre is an etching by Louis Petit, created in 1786.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a woman in a flowing robe standing beside a tree, holding a leafy branch, with a smaller figure kneeling beside her. The scene is serene and idyllic, with the surrounding trees forming a dense background.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by fine lines that create subtle shadows and texture, giving it a soft, sketch-like appearance. The etching technique allowed Petit to achieve a high level of detail.
Artist & collection
