The Prodigal Son: The Prodigal Tending the Pigs
1635
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1635
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
In the foreground, a young man with a walking stick is depicted, sitting on a rock and blowing a pipe. He is dressed in a tunic and leggings, with his hair styled in a long braid. To his right, a group of pigs are shown, while a bird perches on a branch above him. The background features a landscape with trees and a cloudy sky. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with the young man and the pigs standing out against the lighter background. The overall mood of the painting is one of contemplation and introspection. For more information on the use of chiaroscuro in Baroque art, explore the works of Abraham Bosse.
