Beggar Seated on a Bank

The artwork Beggar Seated on a Bank is a print created by Rembrandt in 1630. Currently, it is housed in the National Gallery of Art. The artwork measures 7.5 cm × 12.1 cm (2.95 in × 4.76 in).

The print showcases a solitary, disheveled beggar perched upon a bank. His unkempt hair frames a face etched with hardship, his expression a mix of weariness and despair. He clutches his midsection with one hand while the other appears to hold a small, indistinct object. His clothing is ragged and worn, further emphasizing his impoverished state. The artist's use of stark lines and contrasting light and shadow amplifies the figure's isolation and vulnerability.