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The Blindness of Tobit: a Sketch

Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in full length from a side view, looking into a doorway or alcove. The person is slightly bent over, with their face turned towards the door, making it hard to see clear facial features. They are wearing a long coat with a cape-like collar and a wide-brimmed hat that covers their hair. The outfit suggests a historical or period style of dress. The person is using their left hand to interact with the door. No visible jewelry is present, and the background consists of a textured wall with no other discernible details.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1629
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2868 × 4132 px
Public Domain
Yes
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