Print, Engraving of Blind Bartimaeus

Print

Accession Number: 2001.22

Description: Print of wood engraving that depicts Bartimaeus, whose sight was restored by Jesus as related in the Bible narrative. Bearded Bartimaeus is shown sitting cross-legged on a rug, by a row of buildings. A beggar's bowl and cane lie in front of him. To his left is seated a young child with outstretched hand. Signed in lower left, "T. Worth".

Height: 8.75

Width: 6.125

Date Made: 1880

Maker: Worth, Thomas B.

Credit Line: Museum Purchase, 2001.220

Subjects: Blind Blindness Bible Biblical events

Dimension Notes: 7 x 5.375 in. (comp.)

Material: Paper

Updated: 05/13/2014