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...y vio que à sus espaldas venian hasta seis ó siete hombres...

Célestin Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing illustrating a scene from "Don Quixote de la Mancha." The image shows a group of people interacting with a caged figure on a cart, surrounded by various animals like donkeys and horses. In the foreground, two women stand near the wooden wheels of the cart, which carries a figure locked inside a makeshift cage made of sticks. Next to them, a man sits on a donkey, while another person carries a bundle. Figures on horseback are visible behind the cart, adding depth to the scene. In the background, hazy mountainous terrain enhances the rustic quality of the drawing. Intricate detailing, such as shading and expressions, adds a dynamic element to the narrative.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1855
Medium
color lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
4301 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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