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Beggar with Two Crutches

Johannes van Vliet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing with their back turned towards the viewer. The person is using a cane for support in each hand. They have wild, flowing hair or feathers and a cap on their head. Their face is not visible due to the angle. They wear layered, tattered clothing, long trousers, and shoes. A small container is attached to their clothing by a strap. The background includes some vegetation and plants. The top right corner features the signature "J. van vliet."

Artwork Details

Date
1632
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2976 × 3980 px
Public Domain
Yes
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