The Occupation, from Monument du Costume Physique et Moral de la fin du Dix-huitième siècle 1774

"The Occupation," a 1774 engraving by Charles Louis Lingée, is one of a series of plates depicting the costumes and customs of the late 18th century. This particular plate shows a couple engaged in a tender moment, the woman seated at a writing desk and the man beside her with his hand resting on hers. The scene is set in an elegant room with fine furnishings, and the couple's attire is refined and fashionable, reflecting the tastes of the period. The engraving is a fine example of the Rococo style, characterized by its delicate details and playful use of line.