Artwork
Entombment of Christ
Entombment of Christ is a paint painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist David de Haen. It dates from 1619 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Entombment of Christ, painted in 1619 by David de Haen, is a Baroque-era painting depicting the burial of Christ. Characterized by dramatic lighting and naturalistic style, it reflects de Haen's association with the Caravaggisti, a group influenced by Caravaggio. The work is part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a somber scene of Christ's entombment, focusing on the emotional moment of mourning. Figures in robes gather around Christ's body as it is lowered into the tomb, conveying profound sadness and loss.
Technique & Style
De Haen employed chiaroscuro, a hallmark of the Caravaggisti, using strong light and dark contrasts to create three-dimensional depth. The dark, shadowy background enhances the somber mood, while naturalistic rendering characterizes the figures and scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1619 during de Haen's activity in Rome, the painting is now housed in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, a prominent collection of European art.
Artist & collection
Artist
David de Haen (1585 – 8 August 1622) was a Dutch Caravaggesque painter and drawing artist, active in Rome between 1615 and 1622.
