The image depicts two individuals, a man and a woman, shown from approximately mid-torso up. The woman is seated or positioned slightly behind the counter with her hands not visible, while the man is leaning against the counter with one arm resting on it and a handkerchief hanging from his other hand. The woman has a long neck, closed eyes, and distinct facial features with her hair styled in large curls or buns on either side of her head. She wears a dark dress with a low neckline adorned with buttons. The man has a stern expression with a prominent nose and chin, and his hair is graying and slicked back. He is dressed in a dark suit with a light-colored cravat around his neck. Behind them, there is a simple backdrop with some faint decorative patterns, and the top portion of the image includes text which reads "Moeurs Conjugales" (Conjugal Morals) in French, suggesting a newspaper or publication format. The overall tone of the image is monochrome, with an emphasis on line and shading.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1841
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 2947 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original