Meisje met halssieraad by Jean-Paul Laurens

Meisje met halssieraad 1879

jeanpaullaurens

aged paper

light pencil work

homemade paper

ink paper printed

sketch book

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Meisje met halssieraad" (Girl with Necklace) is a 1879 etching by French artist Jean-Paul Laurens (1838-1921). The artwork depicts a young woman with long, flowing hair, wearing a simple garment and a prominent necklace. The subject's profile and the detailed rendering of her features demonstrate Laurens' mastery of realism, a style that characterized his artistic career. This etching is a testament to Laurens' focus on portraying human figures with depth and emotion, inviting viewers to contemplate the young woman's character and story.