The Spinner 1759

"The Spinner" is an etching created by Jean-Jacques de Boissieu in 1759. The print depicts a rural scene with a small cottage and a figure spinning, framed by trees and a low stone wall. The composition highlights the simple life and rustic beauty of the countryside. The artist utilizes a combination of fine lines and hatching to create a sense of depth and detail in the scene. This etching is characteristic of Boissieu's work which often featured bucolic landscapes and everyday scenes.