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Billet Doux
A young woman writes a letter, circa 1650. An engraving by W. French after a painting by G. Terburg. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Media ID 11795312
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In this print titled "Billet Doux" we are transported back to the year 1650, where a young woman is seen engrossed in writing a letter. The image beautifully captures the essence of an era long gone, as she delicately holds a quill pen and dips it into an ink pot placed on a wooden table. The scene exudes tranquility and intimacy, with the soft lighting illuminating her focused expression. It seems as though time stands still for this young woman, completely absorbed in her task at hand. Her surroundings suggest that she is alone in this moment, emphasizing the solitude often associated with letter-writing during that period. The attention to detail in both the engraving by W. French and G. Terburg's original painting is remarkable; every stroke of the quill pen and fold of paper can be discerned. This print serves as a testament to their artistic prowess and ability to capture human emotion through visual storytelling. "Billet Doux" invites us to reflect upon our own experiences with written correspondence - its personal nature, its power to convey emotions across distances, and how it has evolved over time. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, we cannot help but imagine what words might be flowing from her quill onto that piece of parchment – perhaps words of love or longing? Whatever they may be, they remain locked within this timeless snapshot forever preserved by Hulton Archive's lens.
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