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Peter Schlemihl with the Bag of Money

Adolf Schrödter

National Gallery of Art

In the image are two men within a natural setting. The man on the left has long hair wearing a military-style jacket, trousers, and boots, seated on a rock holding a spoon. The man on the right wears a tricorn hat, long coat, high socks, and shoes, standing in a leaning posture on a rock. Both men have distinct facial features. The background has a decorative border with tall plants and a clear surface.

Artwork Details

Date
1836
Medium
etching on chine collé
Dimensions
3156 × 4537 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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