This is a drawing of a man trying to open an umbrella in the rain. The drawing shows a man in a suit, standing in the rain, attempting to open an umbrella that appears to be inverted or malfunctioning. The lines of rain are depicted heavily to show the downpour. The man's expression is one of surprise or frustration, and he holds a top hat in one hand while dealing with the umbrella in the other. The scene suggests a street, with part of a building and a sign visible in the background. The style is that of a caricature, emphasizing the comedic struggle and emotions of the situation.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1840
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 3308 × 4568 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original