Lazarille de Tormes Stealing Drink from a Blind Man

Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals interacting at a small table. One person is seated, while the other is partially kneeling or crouching, leaning on the table with one arm extended towards the other. The seated individual is shown from the side, dressed in loose clothing with a cape draped over their shoulders and wearing a hat. Their facial features include a beard, and they appear focused on something at the table. The other person has short, tousled hair and is also seen in profile, with a concentrated expression. They are dressed in simple, loose-fitting garments, and their posture suggests engagement in the activity. On the table, there is a jug and some small items. The background features a lightly sketched interior with a draped fabric hanging behind them.