The Women at the Sepulchre with Christ of the Noli me Tangere

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, 1650s

The image features five figures in various poses, with one central figure elevated above the others. The figures are depicted from the waist up to the upper body, with varying hairstyles and clothing styles. The central figure appears to be in motion with outstretched arms, while the others are standing or kneeling around them. The drawing is done in a classical style with no visible jewelry or objects held by the figures. The background is nondescript, allowing the focus to be on the figures.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Date
1650s
Type
Drawing
Medium
red chalk with red wash, heightened with white gouache on laid paper
Dimensions
25.6 × 22.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image features five figures in various poses, with one central figure elevated above the others. The figures are depicted from the waist up to the upper body, with varying hairstyles and clothing styles. The central figure appears to be in motion with outstretched arms, while the others are standing or kneeling around them. The drawing is done in a classical style with no visible jewelry or objects held by the figures. The background is nondescript, allowing the focus to be on the figures.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747