La Nuit (Night) c. 1780s

"La Nuit" (Night) is an etching by Nicolas François Regnault, created in the 1780s. It depicts a woman asleep in bed, with a large, striped pillow supporting her head. The room is dimly lit by sunlight streaming through a window, casting shadows across the objects and furniture. The scene exudes tranquility and quietude, suggesting a moment of restful sleep. The artwork's soft tones and detailed rendering create a sense of intimacy and realism, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty of simple human experience.