Twee vrouwen dragen een mand gevuld met druiven 1851 - 1865

Célestin Nanteuil created this artwork, "Two Women Carrying a Basket Filled with Grapes," using etching techniques. The composition strikes a balance between idyllic imagery and structural form. The figures, rendered with fine lines, emerge from the detailed background, with their garments and the basket of grapes delineated through contrasting light and shadow. Notice how Nanteuil uses line and form to guide the viewer's eye; the women are placed asymmetrically, creating a dynamic tension within the picture plane. The use of etching allows for a complex interplay between positive and negative space. The density of the etched lines varies, creating textures that suggest the weight of the grapes and the drapery of the women’s clothing. This contributes to the artwork's overall sense of depth. Ultimately, Nanteuil’s print is not just a depiction of pastoral life but an exploration of the graphic arts.