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Peasant with His Hands behind His Back

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts the upper half of a person's body in profile view facing right. The individual is standing, leaning slightly forward with hands behind their back. The person has prominent facial features, including a nose and furrowed lines. Their hair blends into a bushy hat or head covering. The person wears a loose-fitting, long-sleeved garment made of a possibly woolen fabric. The background is subtle without distinct objects or scenery, highlighting the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
1631
Medium
etching and burin
Dimensions
3137 × 3745 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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