Artwork

Marton

Marton, by Nicolas Ponce, ink, 1777
Marton, by Nicolas Ponce, ink, 1777

Marton is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Nicolas Ponce. It dates from 1777 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Marton is a print created by Nicolas Ponce in 1777 using etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman in a garden, wearing 18th-century attire and balancing a basket of flowers on her head. The scene emphasizes the beauty of everyday life and the natural world.

Technique & Style

The image showcases detailed rendering of the woman's dress and the basket of flowers, with visible folds and individual blooms. The style is characterized by a focus on nature, aligning with the principles of Romanticism.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Nicolas Ponce

Artist

Nicolas Ponce

Nicolas Ponce (1780–1780) was an artist.

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