The image consists of an arrangement with a central oval depiction of a child, surrounded by owls in the upper right section. The color palette includes shades of grey, creating a monochromatic appearance. The child's portrait is in the upper left, with the owls positioned slightly to the right of the center. Below the portrait, vases and partially visible books with a mix of sketches and letters are scattered on a flat surface. The scene presents a layered impression with various textures and elements blending into each other.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1887
- Medium
- etching, aquatint, drypoint, and liftground in black and brown (proof) on parchment
- Dimensions
- 7416 × 10435 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original