The Entombment

About this work

This engraving shows a dramatic scene of a dead body wrapped in cloth, surrounded by mourners. Some figures kneel or reach out, while others stand in sorrow. In the background, a rocky hillside and distant buildings frame the scene. The lines are sharp and detailed, with deep shadows and textures in the clothing and skin. Notice the tools—scissors and a nail—lying on the ground near the bottom. These small details suggest the story behind the burial. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Sadeler II created these precise lines.