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Murder Scene

Thomas Bewick

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of figures inside a cave. One figure on the left is holding a large club or stick, raised high, while two other figures on the right are in a defensive posture. The setting is rocky, with texture to suggest a natural cave environment. In the upper left section, there are simplistic items etched which may represent tools or artifacts. The drawing uses strong lines and cross-hatching for depth and shadow.

Artwork Details

Medium
wood engraving printed in red on wove paper
Dimensions
4561 × 3389 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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