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Peter Schlemihl Chasing His Shadow

Adolf Schrödter

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in a crouched position with knees bent, arms extended forward as if bracing for a fall. The individual has short hair and is wearing a long coat, pants, and shoes. A stick or cane is on the ground next to them. The background includes trees, ground details, and a decorative frame.

Artwork Details

Date
1836
Medium
etching on chine collé
Dimensions
3196 × 4544 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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