Artwork

Tomb of a Bishop

Tomb of a Bishop, by Battista Angolo del Moro, ink, 1544
Tomb of a Bishop, by Battista Angolo del Moro, ink, 1544

Tomb of a Bishop is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Battista Angolo del Moro. It dates from 1544 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Tomb of a Bishop is a print created by Battista Angolo del Moro around 1544, combining etching and engraving techniques on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a divided scene: a heavenly moment above, with a woman and child surrounded by angels, and a funeral below, with mourners gathered around a tomb. A Latin inscription in the middle likely identifies the deceased.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by sharp, detailed lines and dynamic figures, achieved through the combination of etching and engraving on laid paper.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.