The Poor Man who Saved the City 1901

Evelyn De Morgan's 1901 painting, "The Poor Man Who Saved the City," depicts a young man in humble garb, sitting thoughtfully on a stone ledge. He appears to be pondering a small book that lies open on the ground. The background depicts a fortified city in the distance, suggesting a sense of grandeur and security. This Pre-Raphaelite style painting utilizes rich colors and a dramatic composition, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation and the significance of the humble man in the face of prosperity.