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The Prodigal Son Begs for Work

Alois Petrak and Joseph von Führich

The Prodigal Son Begs for Work

1873

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The Prodigal Son Begs for Work

1873

Physical Qualities Engraving on chine collé, Sheet: 457 x 614 mm. (18 x 24 3/16 in.) Plate: 296 x 368 mm. (11 5/8 x 14 1/2 in.) Image: 217 x 289 mm. (8 9/16 x 11 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Garrett Collection
Object Number 1946.112.12964
Proof before letters

Inscribed: RECTO: at upper right, in plate: "V"; at lower left, in plate: "Gez. v. Führich."; at lower right, in plate: "Gest. v. Petrak."; at lower center, in plate: "Druck v. F. Kargl Wien."

Markings: CM: Claghorn on verso; P. Kaeser on recto

Artist

Alois Petrak

1810–1887

Czech, 1811 - 1888
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Artist

Joseph von Führich

1799–1875

Bohemian, 1800-1876
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