This is a drawing of a group of figures interacting with books or texts. The scene contains lightly sketched figures gathered together, with some standing and others seated or kneeling. In the background are two large tablets with indistinct writing resembling the tablets of the Ten Commandments. The central figure holds a paper or scroll, while others are engaged in discussion or attentive listening. The fluid lines and subtle shading convey movement and interaction. The use of ink and wash gives the drawing a soft, flowing appearance, and the details suggest a scene of teaching or…
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Bible Lesson [recto]

Mather Brown (American, 1761 - 1831)

1780/1790

Medium
pen and brown ink over graphite on laid paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
sheet: 18.9 × 20.1 cm (7 7/16 × 7 15/16 in.)
Culture
American
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-W
Credit line
John Davis Hatch Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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