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Desert Monks

Jean-Jacques de Boissieu after Francisco de Zurbarán

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man standing with his arms crossed, looking straight ahead with a solemn expression. He is wearing a robe with a hood and a cord tied around his waist. Behind him, there is an older bearded person seated next to a clay jar, with a hand resting on their head and looking off to the side. The background features a large tree trunk and foliage, creating a serene outdoor setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1797
Medium
etching, drypoint, and roulette on laid paper
Dimensions
3521 × 4936 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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