Gulliver Awed by Three Giant Beggars in the Land of Brobdingnag

Französische Grafik 1855–1870, 1862

This is a painting of a surreal scene featuring a figure looking out of a window at three large faces. The painting depicts an interior setting with a figure seated on the floor facing away, looking out through a large window. Outside the window, three gigantic heads are visible, each with exaggerated features and expressions. The colors used are soft, with a mix of pinks, blues, and browns. The style of the painting closely resembles Gustave Doré's work. The surrounding curtains and furnishings are detailed, adding depth and perspective to the scene.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1855–1870
Date
1862
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and brown ink with watercolor and gouache over graphite on wove paper, laid down
Dimensions
23.2 × 16.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a surreal scene featuring a figure looking out of a window at three large faces. The painting depicts an interior setting with a figure seated on the floor facing away, looking out through a large window. Outside the window, three gigantic heads are visible, each with exaggerated features and expressions. The colors used are soft, with a mix of pinks, blues, and browns. The style of the painting closely resembles Gustave Doré's work. The surrounding curtains and furnishings are detailed, adding depth and perspective to the scene.

Französische Grafik 1855–1870