Artwork

Funeral procession of a woman

Funeral procession of a woman, by Unknown, paint, 1880
Funeral procession of a woman, by Unknown, paint, 1880

Funeral procession of a woman is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

A rectangular painting depicts a funeral procession, showing a group of figures carrying flags and lanterns through a village and across a bridge.

Subject & Meaning

The scene centers on a group moving together, likely for a funeral ceremony, with a female figure being carried in a red structure and a tall figure in blue standing nearby.

Technique & Style

The painting features bold colors, with blues and reds prominent against a lighter background, and shows a busy outdoor scene with many people in bright blue and white robes.

History & Provenance

Originally part of an album of thirty-five procession scenes, the painting was acquired in 1898 from Parsons & Sons and is now accessioned as D.18-1898.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known