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Scene at the tomb

Unknown

1880

paint

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Scene at the tomb is a 1880 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1880 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a busy outdoor scene with lots of people dressed in old-fashioned clothes. Some are walking, some are standing around a big stone structure, and others are near trees or a small bridge. The colors are mostly soft blues, whites, and earthy tones, with some bright spots like red and green. One interesting detail is the mix of different activities—some people seem to be visiting a tomb, while others are just going about their day. The way the artist used light and shadow makes the scene feel lively but also calm. If you like this, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like it.

The story of this work

Overview

The painting depicts a rectangular scene featuring a funeral procession with muted colors, where a group of figures in white surround a large black casket. Two prominent statues are positioned centrally, while busy figures stand behind a wooden table on the left. In the background, a deer-like animal and a solitary figure appear within garden surroundings. Originally part of an album of thirty-five processional scenes, including funerals, marriages, and official events, this work was acquired in 1898 from Parsons & Sons and is catalogued as D.13-1898.

Read the full account in the museum source.