The Scales

Ernest Stephen Lumsden

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black and white drawing titled "The Scales" by Ernest Stephen Lumsden. The scene shows four men, all wearing turbans and long-sleeved shirts, in an interior room. The room features a brick wall on the left side and a wooden ceiling. The men are gathered around a low table or platform. One man on the left sits cross-legged on the floor; another man stands behind him. A central figure sits on the floor, holding an object in his right hand. A fourth man sits on the right side of the image. Several objects are present on the floor, including a large bowl and a jug. The background is dark, with some indistinct objects visible. The overall atmosphere appears dimly lit.