Beggar in a high cap, standing and leaning on a stick 1791

This etching, titled "Beggar in a high cap, standing and leaning on a stick," is by Giuseppe Sardi and dates to 1791. The work, which is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a single figure, a beggar, wearing a large, tattered cloak and leaning on a staff. The artist employs a range of hatched lines to create a sense of depth and texture, with the beggar's worn clothing and rough features emphasized. This work provides a glimpse into the lives of impoverished individuals during the 18th century and is a poignant example of realist art.