Memorial Miniature

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836, principios del siglo XIX

This is a painting depicting a figure in mourning beside a memorial. The figure is leaning against a tombstone with an urn atop, surrounded by weeping willows. The tombstone is inscribed with a message— "Died 24 Jan, 1805 Aged 18 Months Blessed Spirit Rest in Peace". The willow branches frame the scene, and the figure's long dress and lowered gaze express contemplation and grief. The landscape features greenery under a serene sky, contributing to the somber atmosphere.
Artista
Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836
Fecha
principios del siglo XIX
Tipo
Dibujo
Técnica
watercolor with hair on ivory
Medidas
support (irregular): 6,83 × 5,56 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

This is a painting depicting a figure in mourning beside a memorial. The figure is leaning against a tombstone with an urn atop, surrounded by weeping willows. The tombstone is inscribed with a message— "Died 24 Jan, 1805 Aged 18 Months Blessed Spirit Rest in Peace". The willow branches frame the scene, and the figure's long dress and lowered gaze express contemplation and grief. The landscape features greenery under a serene sky, contributing to the somber atmosphere.

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836