The Blind Man 1853

"The Blind Man," a pencil drawing by Sir John Everett Millais, created in 1853, depicts a blind man on the street, begging for money with his dog at his side. The scene is set in a bustling city with multiple carriages passing by and people walking. This drawing showcases Millais's skill in capturing the details of urban life and the plight of the poor in Victorian England. The stark contrast between the blind man's poverty and the affluence of those passing by reinforces the social disparity of the time. The image captures the humanity of the blind man and the pathos of his situation. Millais's detailed rendering of the figures, animals, and the urban environment highlights the artist's keen observation and masterful draughtsmanship.