The Poor Family (Une famille pauvre)

Paul Gavarni

National Gallery of Art

The image displays three individuals shown from nearly full body to full body within the frame. The person on the left is reclining against a surface, leaning back with their head tilted slightly downwards. Their facial features are shadowed, with medium-length, somewhat unkempt hair. They are wearing dark, textured clothing, and their feet are visible, dressed in worn shoes. The central figure is seated and appears to be looking down, with long, dark hair cascading forward and partially obscuring their face. They are dressed in a light, loose-fitting garment. To the right, a child is sitting, resting their head on their forearms, with short hair framing their face. The scene is set in a dim background, with textured walls and shadows.