The image shows a person standing with a hunched posture. The person is facing forward with their right hand extended slightly away from their body, and their left arm bent at the elbow, possibly resting on their lower back. They have a weary expression on their face, with detailed lines accentuating wrinkles and tired eyes. The person is wearing a high-crowned hat that appears to be slightly slouched, and their hair sticks out beneath it in disheveled strands. Their clothes consist of a dark jacket over a light-colored, possibly tattered shirt, and snug-fitting pants, possibly with patches. No jewelry or objects are visible with them. The background features a wall and a large cylindrical object, perhaps a pillar, adding an urban or alleyway feel to the setting. The surroundings are shaded and sketch-like, consistent with the style of a lithograph or illustration.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1841
- Medium
- lithograph
- Dimensions
- 2790 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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