The Windmill 1902

Donald Shaw MacLaughlan's 1902 etching, "The Windmill," depicts a windmill in a rural setting, its sails catching the wind against a backdrop of a village. The artist's meticulous use of line and detail captures the structure of the windmill, as well as the surrounding houses and fence. "The Windmill" is a fine example of MacLaughlan's work, which often focused on landscapes and rural scenes. This piece, currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies the artist's mastery of etching and his appreciation for the beauty of everyday scenes.