The Entombment of Christ (after Titian)
1836
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1836
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The Entombment of Christ (after Titian) is a 1836 oil by Thomas Duncan, held at National Galleries Scotland.
This painting shows a group of people gathered around a body. The body is wrapped in white cloth and is being held by several people. In the background, there is a landscape with trees and a body of water. The people in the painting are dressed in robes and are shown with a range of emotions on their faces. Some of them look sad, while others look more calm. The painting is done in a realistic style, with a focus on capturing the details of the scene. The artist who created this painting is Thomas Duncan.
Thomas Duncan (1807–1845) was an artist, born in Kinclaven Castle.
See the richer artist page