Artwork
The Raising of Lazarus
The Raising of Lazarus is an ink print by the Baroque artist Guglielmo Cortese. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Raising of Lazarus is an etching on laid paper created by Guglielmo Cortese in 1654.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a biblical scene in which a figure is resurrected, surrounded by onlookers reacting with varied emotions. The dramatic composition conveys the intensity of the moment.
Technique & Style
Cortese employed the etching technique to render the scene with strong lines and shading, utilizing a method common in narrative art of the period to convey the story effectively.
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