Old Woman Facing Right 1874

"Old Woman Facing Right" is a black and white etching by Italian artist Antonio Piccinni, created in 1874. The artwork depicts a close-up portrait of an elderly woman, her face partially obscured by a white headscarf, seated with her arms folded. The etching's soft, shadowy lines and the woman's contemplative pose convey a sense of solitude and quiet dignity, inviting viewers to consider the passage of time and the weight of experience. The work is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago.