Breiende vrouw aan het raam 1883

Louise Danse created this print titled 'Breiende vrouw aan het raam'—or 'Knitting woman at the window'—using etching in 1888. Danse lived in a historical moment where gender roles were clearly defined, with domestic activities like knitting often relegated to women. In this image, the woman is seen from behind, engaged in the act of knitting, her gaze directed towards the outside through a window filled with light and plant life. It seems to capture a quiet, contemplative moment. The composition is interesting; the interior space is intimate, with the woman positioned within a domestic scene. Danse seems to offer an alternative to traditional representations of women, by focusing on the quiet dignity of domestic life. The act of knitting becomes a space for reflection. The artwork gently invites us to consider the value and complexity of women’s experiences within the domestic sphere.