Who painted The Entombment?

The Entombment was painted by German 15th Century in 1490.

Where can I see The Entombment?

The Entombment is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Entombment?

The Entombment is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Entombment

German 15th Century , 1490

The Entombment is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Entombment is a hand-colored woodcut print depicting a scene of mourning figures gathered around a wrapped body.

Subject & Meaning

The image represents a moment from a religious narrative, likely the burial of Christ, conveyed through a small group of figures in a simple, symbolic arrangement.

Technique & Style

Characterized by bold lines, flat bright colors, and simple shapes, the work showcases the distinctive aesthetic of woodcut printing, with its emphasis on graphic clarity over nuanced shading.

Context

The Entombment exemplifies the woodcut technique, where artists carved designs into wood blocks before inking and printing them, often with subsequent hand-coloring.