Vrouw bekijkt prenten achter een bureau 1899

"Vrouw bekijkt prenten achter een bureau" is a lithograph by Eugène Gaujean, a French artist active in the late 19th century. The artwork depicts a woman seated at a desk, examining prints while surrounded by books and papers. The scene is a depiction of a scholar or artist immersed in their work, highlighting the importance of visual culture and the role of the artist in society during this era. The print, a part of the series “Les Graveurs du XIXe Siècle”, was likely intended as a tribute to the art of printmaking, with the woman's focused gaze capturing the dedication and meticulousness required for this craft.