The Prodigal Son
1908
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1908
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white sketch shows a man on his knees in front of a rough wooden door. He’s holding a staff in one hand and reaching toward the door with the other, as if begging to be let in. Outside, another figure stands under a tree, watching him. The title *The Prodigal Son* hints this is a biblical story about a son returning home. The artist used simple lines and shading to show emotion and texture. Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.
