Artwork
Death of Karl V in the Cloister of Saint Just
Death of Karl V in the Cloister of Saint Just is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Caspar Johann Nepomuk Scheuren. It dates from 1842 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Death of Karl V in the Cloister of Saint Just is an etching created by Caspar Johann Nepomuk Scheuren in 1842.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts the death of a man, believed to be Karl V, surrounded by mourners in a dimly lit, crowded room. The atmosphere is somber, with figures kneeling, standing, or watching from the background, conveying a sense of reverence and grief.
Technique & Style
The etching features fine lines that create deep shadows and texture, giving the scene a three-dimensional quality. This level of detail is characteristic of the etching technique, which involves carving images into metal plates to produce intricate designs.
Artist & collection
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