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Tobias and the Angel

Martin Johann Schmidt

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two figures in a sketch on a textured, brown background. The figure on the left is depicted from the waist up, leaning forward on one knee with one hand on the ground. This figure has wavy hair and is wearing a flowing garment. The second figure on the right is shown in full, standing with a dynamic posture. This figure appears to have wings and is holding a long staff. Both figures are sketched with delicate lines and shading against a minimal background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1780
Medium
black chalk with white heightening on buff laid paper
Dimensions
3232 × 4123 px
Public Domain
Yes
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