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The Presentation in the Temple

Laurent de La Hyre

1648

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Presentation in the Temple is a 1648 chalk by Laurent de La Hyre, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Laurent de La Hyre
When & what style?: 1648 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a group of people gathered around a statue in a grand, arched space. The figures are dressed in flowing robes, and one woman holds a baby while others stand nearby, some looking up at the statue. The background has tall columns and faint outlines of more people, giving the scene a busy, classical feel. The artist used black chalk and gray wash to create soft shadows and textures, especially in the drapery and faces. The framing line was added later in black ink, giving it a finished look. Check out the Baroque movement for more dramatic, detailed art like this.

About the artist

Artist

Laurent de La Hyre

Laurent de La Hyre (French pronunciation: ; 27 February 1606 – 28 December 1656) was a French Baroque painter, born in Paris. He was a leading exponent of the neoclassical style of Parisian Atticism.

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