Eater of a melon
Murillo was famous for his lively depictions of Seville's street children, and this charming sketch captures a perfect candid moment. A young boy sits on the ground, happily devouring a slice of melon, while a hopeful dog sits nearby, eyes fixed on the treat in anticipation of a dropped crumb. The loose, energetic lines suggest a quick study from life, full of movement and character. Even a faint, ghostly sketch of a face appears in the upper left, hinting at the artist's busy mind as he worked on the page.
- Technique
- Pen and ink with wash
- Material
- Paper
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