Death of Correggio

Death of Correggio

Octave Tassaert

1834

oil

From the collection of Hermitage Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man lying on the ground, surrounded by people. The man is dressed in dark clothing and has a beard. A woman in a white dress is kneeling beside him, holding his head. The scene is set in a dark room with a high ceiling. The walls are adorned with drapes, and there is a statue in the background. The overall mood of the painting is somber and melancholic. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique.

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