The Levite and the Priest Pass the Man Without Helping Him

The Levite and the Priest Pass the Man Without Helping Him

Sébastien Bourdon

1644

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This scene shows two men in robes walking away from a wounded person lying on the ground. A river runs nearby, with rocks, trees, and distant buildings in the background. The lines are sharp and detailed, creating a sense of depth and texture. The artist used shading to show light and shadow, making the figures and landscape stand out. This is a story about people ignoring someone in need. Next, look up engraving to see how artists create detailed images like this one.

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