Ezel voelt de pols van een zieke man 1824

Cyprien Gaulon's 1824 etching, "Ezel voelt de pols van een zieke man" depicts a donkey with a human head feeling the pulse of a sick man lying in bed. The scene is rendered in a darkly lit style, adding a sense of mystery and unease. The donkey's human-like form and the man's vulnerability create a striking juxtaposition, prompting viewers to reflect on the fragility of life and the nature of illness. This print exemplifies Gaulon's fascination with the grotesque, often exploring themes of death, disease, and the human condition.