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The Young Innkeeper

Cornelis Bega

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three people in a dimly lit setting. One person stands wearing a robe-like garment, facing left with their head turned right. They have curly hair tied up and wear loose-fitting clothing. The second person, seated on an overturned barrel, is in profile wearing a hat and hunched over an object that looks like a bowl. The third person stands next to the first, facing them with aged skin, a long nose, and a soft rounded hat. The background features shadows, a wooden bench to the left, and a plain wall to the right. The scene is illustrated in a monochromatic style, capturing a moment of interaction.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3507 × 3923 px
Public Domain
Yes
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