1638
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Prodigal Wasting His Substance in the Tavern is a 1638 ink by Theodoor van Thulden, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a lively tavern scene, with a man sitting at a table, surrounded by people. He is wearing a hat and has his arm around a woman, while another woman sits on his lap. The atmosphere is one of revelry, with people laughing and enjoying themselves. In the background, there are various objects and figures, including a man playing a lute and a woman holding a jug. The overall mood of the scene is one of joy and abandon, with the central figure seemingly carefree and indulgent. The use of etching as a medium adds a sense of depth and texture to the image, with the lines and shading creating a sense of movement and energy. For more on the artist's technique, explore the world of etching.
Theodoor van Thulden (9 August 1606 – 12 July 1669) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman and engraver born in 's-Hertogenbosch in the duchy of Brabant.
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