Artwork
The Entombment, after Titian
The Entombment, after Titian is an unspecified painting by Henri Fantin-Latour. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Entombment, after Titian is a painting by Henri Fantin-Latour, created around 1880. It is a reinterpretation of a composition by the earlier artist Titian.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the burial of Christ, with a group of figures gathered around his body, which is being wrapped in a white cloth. The scene is set with Renaissance-style clothing and a dark background with hints of blue sky.
Technique & Style
Fantin-Latour's work showcases his attention to form and composition, utilizing chiaroscuro to create depth and volume in the figures. The contrast between light and dark adds drama to the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Fitzwilliam Museum's collection. Fantin-Latour, a French artist, was known for his still lifes and group portraits of Parisian artists and writers.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ignace Henri Jean Theodore Fantin-Latour (French pronunciation: ; 14 January 1836 – 25 August 1904) was a French painter and lithographer best known for his flower paintings and group portraits of Parisian artists and writers.
