Abraham Repudiating Hagar

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an older man, a woman, a child, and a small dog standing in a rocky landscape. The drawing is detailed and likely created using etching or engraving techniques. The older man is on the left, wearing a robe and holding a staff. The woman holds a jug, the child looks out, and the dog sniffs the ground. In the background, there are trees, rocks, and buildings. The drawing is monochromatic, emphasizing line work and shading for texture and detail.