Slapende vrouw onder wortelstelsel van een boom 1839

Hippolyte Lallemand’s 1839 print, "Slapende vrouw onder wortelstelsel van een boom" (Sleeping Woman Under the Root System of a Tree), depicts a woman resting beneath the imposing, twisted roots of a tree. The composition highlights the woman’s vulnerability against the powerful natural forces, creating a sense of tranquility and solitude. The detailed engraving showcases Lallemand's skill in capturing both the delicate features of the sleeping woman and the rugged texture of the tree’s roots. The overall effect is both romantic and melancholic, reflecting the beauty and power of nature.