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The Women at the Sepulchre (The Angel at the Tomb of Christ)

Benjamin West

1805

oil

panel

From the collection of Brooklyn Museum

American Impressionism Early 19th Century Religious

Dominant colour

The Women at the Sepulchre (The Angel at the Tomb of Christ) is a 1805 oil by Benjamin West, a American Impressionism work, held at Brooklyn Museum.

Who painted this?: Benjamin West
When & what style?: 1805 · American Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Brooklyn Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a group of women gathered around a tomb, with an angel hovering above. The women are dressed in flowing robes, and the angel is depicted in a white, winged form. The scene is set against a dark, cloudy background. The women appear to be mourning or praying, and the angel seems to be watching over them. The overall mood of the painting is one of somberness and reverence. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Benjamin West, who was known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.