Tobias and his blind father 1800

This 1800 drawing, "Tobias and His Blind Father" by Orest Kiprensky, depicts a scene from the biblical book of Tobit. Tobias, a young man, is shown being guided by an angel (Raphael) to restore his father's sight. This poignant scene portrays the blind father's reliance on his son while emphasizing the presence of divine intervention. Kiprensky, a prominent Russian artist, captures the dramatic tension of the moment through his expressive line work and detailed rendering of the figures, highlighting the contrast between light and shadow and creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.