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Blessed are the Merciful

Ernst Barlach

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a robed figure crouching and another sitting figure holding a stick. The robed figure is on the left, appearing to support the other figure. The drawing uses thick lines to convey movement and emotion. The figures' poses suggest care or compassion. The background is composed of sweeping lines, giving a sense of the setting. The drawing captures a moment of interaction and support.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1916
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3106 × 3758 px
Public Domain
Yes
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