Geknielde vrouw met ontblote borst op wolk 1706

"Geknielde vrouw met ontblote borst op wolk" (Kneeling Woman with Bare Breast on a Cloud) is an etching by Sébastien Leclerc I, a prominent French artist active in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This 1706 artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a classical figure draped in flowing garments, kneeling on a cloud with one breast exposed. The delicate lines and subtle shading of Leclerc's etching showcase his mastery of the medium, creating a sense of movement and ethereal beauty. This work, part of a larger series, exemplifies Leclerc's exploration of classical subjects and his contributions to the art of etching.