Reverse Copy of Le Mendiant aux Béquilles Coiffée d'un Chapeau et Vu de Dos (The Beggar with Crutches Wearing a Hat and Viewed from Behind), from Les Gueux suite appelée aussi Les Mendiants, Les Baroni, ou Les Barons (The Beggars, also called the Barons) 1625 - 1700

This etching, created anonymously in the 17th century, depicts a beggar with crutches wearing a hat, viewed from behind. Part of the "Les Gueux" suite, this print showcases the plight of the poor in a detailed and realistic manner. The artist’s precise lines capture the textures of the beggar's worn clothing and the individual details of their body, showcasing a keen observation of human anatomy. The subject's posture and the ragged state of their attire evoke sympathy and emphasize their desperate condition. The print is held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offering a glimpse into the social realities of 17th-century life.