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Beggar Seated on a Bank

Costantino Cumano after Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man seated with his legs bent and crossed in front of him. His facial expression is curious, with a slightly open mouth and eyes looking towards the viewer. He has thick, curly hair framing his face. The man is dressed in a loose-fitting garment, appears to be barefoot, and is not wearing any visible jewelry. He holds a part of his garment in one hand, while the other arm rests on his knee. The background is minimalistic, with sketch-like textures and shading.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching with engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3031 × 3926 px
Public Domain
Yes
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