Memorial Miniature

Amerikanische Grafik 1815–1836, inizio del XIX secolo

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
Datazione
inizio del XIX secolo
Tipologia
Disegno
Tecnica
watercolor with hair on ivory
Dimensioni
support (irregular): 6,83 × 5,56 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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