Lezende oude vrouw 1809 - 1848

"Lezende oude vrouw" (Reading Old Woman) is a black and white etching by Dutch artist Willem Jan Paling Jz. created sometime between 1809 and 1848. The etching depicts a seated elderly woman wearing a bonnet and shawl, engrossed in reading a book. The image is rendered in a realistic style, capturing the subtle details of the woman's face and the textures of her clothing. The etching, measuring 379 mm in height and 268 mm in width, portrays a moment of quiet contemplation, inviting viewers to ponder the woman's thoughts and the nature of reading as a solitary activity.