Bedelende figuur op twee krukken before 1768

"Bedelende figuur op twee krukken" (Begging Figure on Two Crutches) is a small ivory sculpture created by Austrian artist Simon Troger before 1768. The sculpture depicts a figure in tattered clothing, leaning on two crutches, and embodies a common theme in Troger's work: the representation of poverty and human suffering. The intricate detail of the carving, particularly in the figure's clothing and facial expression, speaks to Troger's mastery of the medium. The piece's small scale likely suggests a devotional purpose, potentially intended for private contemplation.