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The Prodigal Son, 3rd plate (L'enfant prodigue)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait of a man shown from the waist up. He is in a crouched position, leaning forward slightly and looking to the right. He has a prominent nose, an open mouth, and a short, curly beard. His eyes are partially closed. He wears a loose garment falling off one shoulder and holds a long staff with both hands resting on the ground. The background features a simple landscape with trees and a faint horizon line. The artwork is created using fine lines and shading for texture.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and drypoint
Dimensions
3009 × 4413 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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