Franse dame in rouwkleding op een plein c. 1630

"Franse dame in rouwkleding op een plein" (French Lady in Mourning Clothes on a Square) is an etching created by Isaac Briot circa 1630. This print depicts a woman in mourning attire standing in front of a gothic cathedral. The woman's clothing is detailed with intricate folds, emphasizing the somber mood of the piece. The text at the bottom further reinforces the theme of mourning and grief, offering an insight into the emotional state of the depicted figure. This work, characteristic of the Baroque period, uses dramatic lighting and compositional elements to create a compelling emotional narrative.