The Body of Hadrian Laying in State next to His Mausoleum
1764
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1764
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This picture shows a big crowd around a fancy building. People are dressed in old-time clothes, some holding torches. One man lies on a platform near a large dome. Others are fighting or looking shocked. A horse rears up on the right side, adding to the chaos. The scene looks like a mix of sadness and action. The artist used shading to make the people and buildings stand out. Want to know more? Look up etching.
