A Poor Old Woman 1742

This etching, "A Poor Old Woman," created in 1742 by Anne Claude Philippe Caylus, depicts a woman in a long, flowing robe and a hooded cloak. The figure is positioned in profile, looking down, and holding a stick. This work reflects the 18th-century Rococo period's interest in realistic depictions of everyday life and emphasizes the artistic appreciation for simple human subjects, revealing an intimate look at a common woman's existence.