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Asleep Aboard the Bottin (Coucher a bord du Bottin)

Charles-François Daubigny

National Gallery of Art

This image shows an interior scene with three figures lying down, a lantern hanging above them casting shadows on the rough walls. Shelves on the right hold various items, and a small barred window is partially obscured by tall grass or plants. The setting suggests a temporary or makeshift shelter, conveying intimacy. The artwork features detailed linework, creating texture and depth in the space.

Artwork Details

Date
1862
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3733 × 3566 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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