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Avarice

attributed to Jacob Matham, after Hendrik Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper body of a person standing with a slight lean, carrying various objects in their arms. The person's face is turned to the side, wearing a cloth wrapped around their head. They are wearing a long garment with pouches tied around the torso and arms, and appear to be barefoot. The person is holding scrolls and small sacks. The background includes outdoor elements like rolling hills, trees, and a small building in the distance. A small animal is near the person's feet. The sky is filled with swirling clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1587
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3290 × 4858 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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