Jong meisje 1722 - 1784

Michel Barthélémy Ollivier's "Jong meisje" is a black and white etching, completed sometime between 1722 and 1784. The etching depicts a young woman in a flowing dress, standing in a simple setting. The woman is shown from behind as she reaches her hand out to pull a drape, perhaps a curtain, across a window. The overall composition is both simple and graceful, capturing the subtle beauty of everyday life in the 18th century. The etching offers a glimpse into the world of 18th century Rococo artistry, through its delicate lines and the elegant presentation of a young woman.