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Kristi gravlæggelse, by Unknown, unspecified, 1782

Kristi gravlæggelse

Unknown

1782

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Kristi gravlæggelse is a 1782 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1782
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This scene shows a group of people gathered around a rocky cliff at dusk. Some men hold torches, lighting up the area, while others stand or kneel near a body wrapped in cloth. One man in the center seems to be in charge, pointing or speaking to the group. The background is dark and shadowy, with a few trees and a distant cross on a hill. The body on the ground looks like it’s being prepared for burial, with one person holding a cloth over the face. The mix of torchlight and shadow creates a tense, solemn mood. If you like this style, check out more works in watercolor.

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