Painting of two fur-clad figures walking hand in hand along a sandy path through bare trees, one carrying a club.

Cain Leadeth Abel to Death

Two shaggy, fur-clad figures walk together along a sandy forest path between tall bare trees and rocky banks. The taller man with reddish hair carries a club over his shoulder while holding the hand of the younger one, who looks back. Painted in loose, warm oil with soft earthy tones.

Artist: James Tissot
Date: 1896
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Size: 2345 × 3000 px

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Public domain · James Tissot died 1902 and the work dates by 1896; public domain in the US and life+70 countries.
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Credit (appreciated, not required for public-domain works): James Tissot, via Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

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