Who painted Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels?

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels was painted by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I in 1735.

Where can I see Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels?

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels?

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels?

Museum-quality prints of Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels

Charles-Nicolas Cochin I , 1735

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels is an ink print by the Baroque artist Charles-Nicolas Cochin I. It dates from 1735 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: De Bonneval.in.; lower right in plate: C.N. Cochin Sculp; across bottom in plate: POMPE FUNEBRE DE POLIXENE DE HESSE-RHINFELS REINE DE SARDAIGNE EN L'EGLISE DE NOTRE DAME / DE PARIS LE XXIV.e MARS M.DCC.XXXV. / Cette Pompe ordonnée par M.Le Duc de Gévres, Pair de France, Premier Gentilhomme de la Chambre du Roy, a eté conduitte par M. de Bonneval, / Intendant et Controlleur general del'argenterie, menus plaisirs et affaires de la Chambre de sa Majesté, et executée par les Srs. Perault et Slodtz.

About this work

Overview

Pompe funèbre de Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels is a 1735 print by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, capturing a lavish funeral scene within a church, characterized by ornate details and solemn atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The print commemorates the funeral of Polixène de Hesse-Rhinfels, depicting a grand, mournful ceremony replete with symbolic religious elements, such as statues, angels, and robed figures, underscoring the dignity and reverence of the occasion.

Technique & Style

Executed in etching and engraving on laid paper, the work features sharp lines and expressive shadows, highlighting Cochin I's skill in conveying dramatic depth and opulence through precise, traditional printmaking techniques.

History & Provenance

Created in 1735 by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I, specific provenance details are not provided, though the work's existence suggests it was part of the artist's output during this period, potentially commissioned for noble or religious patrons.

Context

This print reflects 18th-century European funeral rituals among nobility, showcasing the intersection of religious and aristocratic traditions in mourning practices, with the church setting and elaborate decor signifying the deceased's high status.