Resting Along the Way 1943

Eugene Higgins's "Resting Along the Way," a 1943 etching, captures a solitary figure resting beneath a large tree in a rural landscape. The figure, likely a traveler, is depicted in repose, their head resting on their hand, their body enveloped in loose garments. The artist's masterful use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture in the work, particularly in the rendering of the foliage and the figure's clothing. The overall mood is one of quiet contemplation and introspection, perhaps suggesting a moment of respite during a long journey. The work is a poignant example of Higgins's ability to capture the human condition in its most intimate and vulnerable moments.