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Son and the Donkey

Elihu Vedder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pencil drawing of a group of figures. On the left side, there are three figures partially obscured, potentially standing, and wearing long garments or cloaks. Faces are not detailed, with emphasis on their clothing. On the right, a single figure is bending over, using a cane or stick for support and wearing a shorter garment. The background is shaded with sketches hinting at other figures or a landscape but lacks specific detail. The scene maintains focus on the central figures with a backdrop of loosely drawn lines and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1859
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
5172 × 2947 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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