Draughtsman 1737

Jean-Baptiste-Simeon Chardin’s 1737 painting "Draughtsman" depicts a young woman meticulously preparing a quill pen for writing or drawing. The naturalism of the scene, characteristic of Chardin's style, emphasizes the quiet intimacy of everyday life. The composition, with the woman's figure prominently placed against a muted background, highlights her focused concentration. The painting, currently housed in the Louvre Museum, Paris, is an example of Chardin's mastery of genre painting, capturing the mundane yet profound aspects of human experience.