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This is a monochromatic drawing depicting a group of figures in a rocky and natural environment. The figures are engaged in a dramatic scene, with some surrounding a reclining, undressed figure. The scene is intense and animated, with the landscape adding to the atmosphere. The drawing showcases fine lines, detailing, and shading to depict textures and depth in the artwork.
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This is a monochromatic drawing depicting a group of figures in a rocky and natural environment. The figures are engaged in a dramatic scene, with some surrounding a reclining, undressed figure. The scene is intense and animated, with the landscape adding to the atmosphere. The drawing showcases fine lines, detailing, and shading to depict textures and depth in the artwork.

National Gallery of Art · Drawing

A Man Overpowered By Thieves

Heinrich Aldegrever

Date
c. 1554
Medium
black ink and gray wash on buff laid paper
Dimensions
overall: 8.1 x 11.1 cm (3 3/16 x 4 3/8 in.)
Classification
Drawing
Accession number
2000.96.1
Credit line
Gift of J. Carter Brown
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Old Testament
  • religious
  • Good Samaritan
  • Parables
Provenance

Hofrath Drächsler, Vienna, by 1867; Wilhelm Koller, Vienna [d. 1871] (Lugt 2632); John Nicholas Brown, Providence, R.I.; his son, J. Carter Brown, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 2000.

Inscription

by later hand, across center verso in graphite: (not deciphered) / Aldegrever

NGA object ID 117167. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.