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Two Beggar Women

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts two full-length figures standing side by side. The person on the left is slightly taller, leans forward towards the other figure, positioning a hand over theirs as they both hold a cup. Both individuals are dressed in long robes that reach their feet; the person on the left is barefoot while the right figure wears shoes. The taller figure wears a hat, while the other wears a hood. Their facial features are characterized by long noses and are sketched with light details. The taller individual has their mouth slightly agape. The robes are draped loosely with a lot of fabric folds, and they both appear to have layers underneath. The left figure holds a stick, which extends to the floor. The background is plain, allowing the focus to remain on the two figures.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2700 × 4194 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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