The image shows a man sitting on the ground, facing away, leaning on his right hand, and holding a large book in his left hand. He has short, curly hair and is bare-chested, wearing a cloth around his lower body. In front of him are two books and a human skull. The background includes a gnarled tree and foliage, suggesting an outdoor setting.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1762-1763
- Medium
- etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 5988 × 5164 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original