An Old Man Leaning on a Sack

Giovanni De Pian after Francesco Londonio

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a pastoral scene featuring an assortment of objects and animals. The image depicts an outdoor setting, with a rocky outcrop under foliage in the background. In the foreground, there is a reclining figure dressed in draped clothing, resting against a sack. To one side, a donkey stands calmly, equipped with a covering or sack draped over its back. On the ground surrounding the reclining figure are various items such as baskets filled with produce, including vegetables, alongside objects that could be jugs or pots. Additionally, a goat is resting beside the figure. The painting utilizes a monochromatic palette with a warm, sepia tone. This is in the style of Rembrandt van Rijn, with detailed etching technique and use of chiaroscuro to convey depth and texture within the scene.