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Lucien Pissarro made this print of the Fairy appearing to Cinderella using etching, a process that democratized image-making in the late 19th century. Look closely and you'll see how the linear quality of the etching emphasizes the dense textures of the women's dresses. Pissarro would have prepared a metal plate, covering it with a waxy ground before drawing through it with a sharp needle, exposing the metal. Immersing the plate in acid then bit away at the exposed lines, incising the image into the plate. The resulting print, made by pressing paper against the inked plate, allowed for multiple copies. The effect is less about the individual artistry, and more about widespread distribution. This was very much in line with socialist ideals of the time, connecting creativity to everyday life. Pissarro's choice of a fairy tale subject is interesting in this light, bringing the magic of art to a broader audience. It's a reminder that even the most fantastical subjects are rooted in the social and economic realities of their time.