The Beggars

Lucas van Leyden

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three figures in a scene. The central figure is seated on a rock, wearing a long robe and a round cap. Beside them, a second figure is seated wearing a long dress and a headscarf. Both figures appear to be resting in an outdoor setting, surrounded by rocks and sparse grass. In front of them, a standing figure leans on a staff, offering a shallow bowl. The background shows a barren tree with a hanging sign, and the horizon line is visible in the distance.