The Prodigal Son Among Swine

Maker Pietro Testa (Italian, 1611 or 1612 - 1650)

ClassificationsPRINTS

Dateca. 1645

Mediumetching

Dimensions8 1/8 × 11 15/16 in. (20.6 × 30.3 cm.)

DescriptionIn a wooded landscape, the prodigal son from the Biblical story of the Gospel of Luke is shown at the base of a tree among swine, his gaze directed upward and his hands folded at his chest.

Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of Kirk Edward Long

Status

Not on view

Object number2024.5.2

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