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Two Peasants Fighting

Master of the Housebook

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring two figures engaged in physical interaction in an outdoor setting. The sketch shows the two individuals entangled in a complex physical exchange, with various personal items like a hat, a stick, and a coat scattered on the ground around them. The background includes a simple landscape with grass and a rock or low hill. The illustration is done in a style characterized by detailed linework that conveys texture and movement.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1475/1480
Medium
drypoint
Dimensions
2953 × 3265 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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