Summer c. 19th century

"Summer" is a 19th-century etching by Ignaz M. Gaugengigl. The piece features a woman in profile, seated and wearing a large hat, with a detailed background suggestive of a garden. The print captures the essence of summertime, with its soft lighting and the delicate depiction of the woman’s clothing and pose. Gaugengigl’s signature style is evident in the meticulous details and use of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and realism. The etching is a fine example of 19th-century printmaking.