The Old Man and His Sons

c.1811-1818, published 1818 or 1823

Thomas Bewick

Associated Names
Thomas Bewick

Artist, British, 1753 - 1828

This drawing shows a group of figures engaged in an outdoor activity. The figures are working together on a task involving wood or rope. They are depicted in an oval frame with detailed line work for texture and shading. The background shows vegetation and trees, indicating an outdoor setting. One figure is seated while the others are in motion. A structure with a window is also included in the background. The drawing uses intricate lines and cross-hatching for depth and detail, similar to traditional etching or engraving techniques.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    wood engraving on China paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Jacob Kainen

  • Dimensions

    plate: 5.2 x 7.7 cm (2 1/16 x 3 1/16 in.)
    sheet: 7.5 x 11.2 cm (2 15/16 x 4 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2002.98.78

  • Series Title

    The Fables of Aesop

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Jacob Kainen, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2002.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q76358750

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