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Tagwerker (Day Laborer)

Catherine Brandinn and Sebastian Mansfeld, after Johann Christian Brand

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing, facing slightly away from the viewer. The individual has a prominent nose and a thoughtful expression, wearing a dark, wide-brimmed hat. They are dressed in a rustic outfit and hold a large piece of wood across their arms. There is a wooden cart with a large wheel, another piece of wood, and scattered debris nearby in an open area.

Artwork Details

Date
1775
Medium
engraving with etching on laid paper
Dimensions
8748 × 11901 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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