The Feast Celebrating the Return of the Prodigal Son
1639
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1639
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a busy room with a group of people gathered around a table. Some are standing, some are sitting, and one man in the center holds a pipe. Others play instruments or hold food. The room has tall windows with bars, and the walls have fancy carvings. A small dog sits near the table. The artist used lots of lines to create shadows and details, making the scene look three-dimensional. This style was common in the 1600s. Check out how engraving works to see how artists like this made prints.
