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This is a drawing of a medical scene in a shared sleeping area. The image shows a group of individuals in period clothing standing and gesturing towards others lying in beds. The setting appears to be a rudimentary hospital or dormitory, as indicated by the bare walls and simple bedding. Clothing hangs along the walls, enhancing the spartan appearance of the room. The scene is detailed with fine lines and cross-hatching, giving depth and texture to the drawing. Various expressions and gestures suggest a consultation or discussion among the standing figures, while those in bed appear to be asleep or resting.
National Gallery of Art · Print
A Welcome Guest
Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
- Date
- 1777/1791
- Medium
- etching
- Classification
- Accession number
- 1980.49.9
- Credit line
- Gift of Dr. Dieter Erich Meyer
- Time span
- 1776 to 1800
- Department
- CG-E
Portfolio and series
- Series
- M. Claudius "Samtliche Werke des Wandsbecker Boten"
Subjects and terms
- German
- interior
- architecture
- group
- figure
- Costume
- Bed
- Figures
NGA object ID 59819. 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.