The Milliner (La modiste) 1893

"The Milliner (La modiste)" is an etching by French artist Norbert Goeneutte, created in 1893. This artwork depicts a milliner, or hat maker, working in her shop. The artist uses a loose, expressive style to capture the scene, emphasizing the textures of the fabric and the forms of the hats and mannequins. Goeneutte was a renowned artist in the late 19th century known for his depictions of Parisian life. He was also a noted printmaker and is known for his work in etching and lithography. "The Milliner" is a good example of Goeneutte's ability to convey a sense of movement and energy through the use of line and tone. The etching, made a year before his death, is considered part of his mature body of work and represents a style that would become popular amongst French artists of the time.