Artwork preview

The Pilgrims

Gaetano Gandolfi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing portraying a group scene with individuals holding placards. The artwork shows an assembly of figures in a crowded formation, each carrying poles with papers or signs attached. The figures are depicted with different textures in their clothing. The background is filled with horizontal lines, emphasizing the density of the crowd. The use of black lines against a lighter background highlights the intricacies of the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1775
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2779 × 4176 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original