February c. late 18th century

Robert Dighton's hand-colored etching "February" depicts a woman in a luxurious setting, playing a lute. The figure, in a fashionable dress, is seated beside a fireplace in a room that likely represents a wealthy home. The artist's attention to detail in the ornate fireplace, with its brass fire irons and a glimpse of a winter scene through the window, contribute to the overall ambiance of the work. Created circa late 18th century, this print is a captivating example of the genre of "The Months," a popular theme in British art that often featured allegorical representations of the changing seasons.