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Mute, Gazing, Agonizing...

Lumb Stocks

1846

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Mute, Gazing, Agonizing... is a 1846 ink by Lumb Stocks, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Lumb Stocks
When & what style?: 1846 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a dramatic scene with a central figure on the ground, surrounded by others. The central figure is dressed in a long robe and appears to be in distress, with their head bowed and arms outstretched. To the left of the central figure stands a woman, while to the right is a man wearing a hat and cloak. In the background, a crowd of people can be seen, although their faces are not clearly defined. The overall atmosphere of the engraving is one of tension and emotion. The engraving's use of bold lines and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. For more on this style, explore the Romanticism movement.