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The Resurrection

Unknown

1701

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque 18th Century Allegory

Dominant colour

The Resurrection is a 1701 ink by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1701 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This drawing shows a chaotic scene with lots of movement. A strong man with wings is flying upward, holding a flag. Below him, a soldier in armor is falling, clutching a shield. Other figures—some on the ground, some in the air—look scared or surprised. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show action and emotion. The brown ink and white highlights give it a dramatic, almost glowing feel. Next, look up Baroque to see more art like this.