Artwork
Le modèle honnête
Le modèle honnête is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-Baptiste Blaise Simonet. It dates from 1770 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le modèle honnête is a print created by Jean-Baptiste Blaise Simonet in 1770, combining etching and engraving techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a nude woman being assisted by a figure in antique attire, while another person observes from a nearby seat. The scene is set in an ornate room with carved furniture and a mirror, suggesting a narrative related to virtue or moral testing.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine lines to capture the textures of fabrics and the woman's skin, showcasing the capabilities of etching and engraving.
Artist & collection
