The Prodigal Son in a House of Ill-Repute

About this work

This engraving shows a crowded, dimly lit room with a group of people gathered around a table. A woman sits in the center, holding a child, while a man in dark clothes stands nearby. On the walls hang two framed pictures, one showing a building and the other a small figure. A dog lies on the floor, and a stack of hats sits in the corner. The scene feels tense and crowded, with everyone focused on the woman. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the room look three-dimensional. The text below the image is in French, adding a layer of mystery to the scene. For more on how this was made, look up engraving.