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Tobit Burying the Dead

Domenico Piola

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of four individuals interacting. The scene captures a moment with expressive gestures and movement. Ink washes are used to emphasize contours and musculature, suggesting a struggle. The background includes architectural elements and foliage. The artwork is in monochrome.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1650/1660
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash over traces of black chalk on laid paper, laid down on old album mount
Dimensions
14561 × 9980 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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