The Boasting Traveler 

"The Boasting Traveler" is an etching by English artist Elisha Kirkall (1682-1742). The small-scale print depicts a scene where a traveler boasts to a group of seated men about his adventures. The composition is set within an oval frame, drawing attention to the central figures and their interaction. This etching exemplifies Kirkall's skill in capturing the subtleties of human expression and gesture, contributing to the narrative of the scene. The work's detailed lines and hatching technique contribute to a sense of realism and depth, making the travelers seem almost tangible.