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The Blind Man at the Wayside Implores Jesus to Show Mercy, by Unknown, 1910

The Blind Man at the Wayside Implores Jesus to Show Mercy

Unknown

1910

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Overview

The Blind Man at the Wayside Implores Jesus to Show Mercy is a 1910 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1910
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This photo shows a group of people outdoors in a green, grassy area. A man kneels on the ground with his hands raised, looking up at a standing figure in a red robe. Others stand around them, wearing long robes in different colors. The background has trees and a distant view of hills or fields. The kneeling man’s posture suggests he’s begging or praying. The person in red appears to be the focus of his attention, possibly leading the group. Look up chiaroscuro next to see how artists use light and shadow.

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