The "Well," for Violators of State Law

Giovanni De Pian, after Francesco Galimberti

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two figures in a dark, enclosed space. A flame casts light on the scene, creating harsh shadows. On the left, one figure is kneeling, holding a torch, showing intense emotion. On the right, another figure lies on the ground with a resigned look. The surroundings include a stairway and bare stone walls, creating an atmosphere of solitude and hardship.