The Entombment

Lucas Cranach der Ältere, in or before 1509

This drawing depicts a group of individuals surrounding a central figure in a tomb-like setting. The scene is highly detailed, showing ornate robes, facial expressions, and interactions between the figures. There is intricate foliage in the background, and a tree with a human-like trunk adds an otherworldly touch. The shading and cross-hatching techniques suggest attention to texture and depth. The style is reminiscent of Renaissance woodcuts and engravings, possibly influenced by artists like Albrecht Dürer.
الفنان
Lucas Cranach der Ältere
التاريخ
in or before 1509
النوع
Print
التقنية
woodcut
المجموعة
National Gallery of Art, Washington
الترخيص
ملك عام, CC0

وصف الصورة

This drawing depicts a group of individuals surrounding a central figure in a tomb-like setting. The scene is highly detailed, showing ornate robes, facial expressions, and interactions between the figures. There is intricate foliage in the background, and a tree with a human-like trunk adds an otherworldly touch. The shading and cross-hatching techniques suggest attention to texture and depth. The style is reminiscent of Renaissance woodcuts and engravings, possibly influenced by artists like Albrecht Dürer.

Lucas Cranach der Ältere