The Entombment

The Entombment

Rembrandt

1654

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque adoration of the shepherds

About this work

The painting shows a group of people placing a body in a tomb. This work is interesting because it's a rare example of Rembrandt's etchings with a biblical theme. He used strong lines and shadows to create a sense of drama. Check out the work of artist Rembrandt van Rijn to see more examples of his use of light and shadow.

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