The Prodigal Son
1850
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1850
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This painting shows a man sitting on the ground, wearing only a loincloth. He has dark, curly hair and looks down at his hands, which are clasped together. To his right is another man, also wearing a loincloth, with his head bowed and his hands clasped together. The background is dark, with some light shining down on the men. The painting is done in a style that makes the figures stand out from the dark background. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and emotion. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Thomas Couture.
