1883
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Sepulchre is a 1883 by Samuel Palmer, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting depicts a serene nighttime scene, with a figure standing in front of a sepulchre. The atmosphere is peaceful, with the moon shining down and casting a gentle glow on the surroundings. In the foreground, the figure is shown in a contemplative pose, surrounded by trees and foliage. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of mystery and intrigue, inviting the viewer to explore the scene further. To learn more about this style of painting, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
Samuel Palmer Hon.RE (Hon. Fellow of the Society of Painter-Etchers) (27 January 1805 – 24 May 1881) was a British landscape painter, etcher and printmaker. He was also a prolific writer. Palmer was a key figure in…
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