The image features the upper bodies of two figures: an elderly man and a child. The man is sitting and shown in profile, facing the child who is seated on a ledge. The child appears to be supported by the man's shoulder and is reaching towards his face. The elderly man has detailed facial features, a long beard, and wavy hair falling around his face and neck. He is wearing loose robes and holds a rod in his right hand. The child is unclothed and placed on a surface resembling a decorative architectural piece, potentially a column with a scroll pattern. The background is plain, and the entire scene is enclosed within an oval frame.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1690s
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3606 × 4904 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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