The Prodigal Son Bids Farewell to his Father
1639
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1639
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white scene shows five people in a grand room. A young man in fancy clothes stands at a doorway, holding a hat. An older man in a robe reaches toward him, while a woman in a wide dress watches. Outside the window, a small scene of a house and people on horses appears. The edges of the image have intricate designs and text in French. The young man looks ready to leave, while the older man seems to be giving him something. The small outdoor scene adds depth to the story. This is an engraving, so the artist used lines to create shading and detail.
