Who painted Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels?

Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels was painted by Unknown in 1701.

Where can I see Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels?

Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels?

Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels

Unknown , 1701

Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1701 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Funeral Procession of a Saint with Angels is a drawing executed in pen and brown ink, brush and brown ink, and brown wash, with white highlights on prepared laid paper. It depicts a somber scene of mourning.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a funeral procession gathered around a body on a bier, set within a grand architectural space. The atmosphere is one of reverence and mourning, suggesting the deceased is a revered figure, possibly a saint.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of techniques, including cross-hatching and white highlights, to achieve depth and texture. The use of brown ink and wash creates a somber mood, while white highlights add luminosity. The level of detail, such as in the clothing and facial features, is notable.