Vrouw met mof, bij een huisdeur 1880

"Vrouw met mof, bij een huisdeur" is an 1880 etching by Danish artist Carl Bloch (1834-1890). The work depicts an elderly woman standing in a doorway, with her back turned towards the viewer. She is dressed in a simple, yet elegant gown, suggesting a sense of dignity and composure. The use of subtle lines and shading in the etching adds depth and realism to the image, enhancing the viewer's sense of connection with the subject. Bloch's work is known for its portrayal of ordinary individuals and its sensitivity to the nuances of human emotion, which is exemplified in this piece.