The Rabbi
1887
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1887
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The image shows a man in a tallit and kippah, holding a book. He is wearing glasses and has a long white beard. The background is dark and shaded. The man's face is expressive, and he seems to be reading intently. The book he is holding is open, and the pages are visible. This painting is an example of Impressionism and Realism. To learn more about this style, look up Impressionism.
