Artwork
An Entombment
An Entombment is an ink print by the Baroque artist Carle Van Loo. It dates from 1743 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
An Entombment is an etching on laid paper by Carle Van Loo, created around 1743.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a lifeless body laid out on a rough surface, with twisted arms and a blurred face, conveying a sense of exhaustion and weight. The dark, textured background adds to the somber atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artist employed sharp lines to capture the strain in the body's pose, characteristic of etching techniques that allow for detailed renderings. The print's textured border is typical of its time.
Artist & collection
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Two Male Nudes
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