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Father and Son

Elihu Vedder

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring individuals and animals in a rural setting. The scene includes several figures, with two central figures standing prominently. A donkey is depicted in the midground, moving towards a group of structures in the distance. Faint architectural outlines can be seen in the background. The drawing is done in pencil or charcoal, giving it a loose and sketchy quality. The composition conveys a sense of movement and narrative within a pastoral environment.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1859
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4145 × 2979 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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