About this objectEtching depicting a woman on her hands and knees washing clothes, the title of the work translates to 'The Washer'.
Denise Brown was a British artist renowned for her mastery of traditional etching techniques, working well into the late 20th century when many had moved to more modern methods. She trained at the Royal College of Art in 1935 under two of Britain’s most respected engravers, Malcolm Osborne and Robert Sargent Austin, both of whom were pivotal figures in the British etching revival. In 1936 she won the prestigious Rome Scholarship in Engraving and a Travelling Scholarship. As well as her technical skill, many of Brown’s works are signified by her depictions of women in both labour and leisure activities.
MakerBrown, Denise (1911-1998)
Maker Roleprintmaker
Period20th century
Style and IconographyEtching Revival
Inscription and MarksIn pencil along bottom: "12/30 Denise Brown"
In pencil on reverse: "La Laveuse Etching"
