The Entombment

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, circa 1490

The image shows a full body depiction of the burial of Jesus Christ. Jesus is being lowered into a tomb by several figures. He is lying in a slanted position with his head resting on the side of the tomb, eyes closed. He has a radiant halo, long, dark hair, and a body that displays wounds. A man in a long, yellow robe and a pointed hat is handling the fabric around Jesus. Four other figures surround them, each with distinct facial features. They are positioned closely, some with hands in a gesture of prayer or mourning. The backdrop features a green landscape and a blue sky with subtle horizontal streaks.
Artista
Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Datazione
circa 1490
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
hand-colored woodcut
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image shows a full body depiction of the burial of Jesus Christ. Jesus is being lowered into a tomb by several figures. He is lying in a slanted position with his head resting on the side of the tomb, eyes closed. He has a radiant halo, long, dark hair, and a body that displays wounds. A man in a long, yellow robe and a pointed hat is handling the fabric around Jesus. Four other figures surround them, each with distinct facial features. They are positioned closely, some with hands in a gesture of prayer or mourning. The backdrop features a green landscape and a blue sky with subtle horizontal streaks.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490