Black and white image of a man lying on the ground surrounded by five other men. The man on the ground is wearing a long robe. His eyes are closed. His left arm is bent at the elbow with the hand near his chest. His right arm is bent at the elbow with the hand palm up near his stomach. Three men are standing to his right. One of the men to his right is holding a book. The man to his left is standing with hands clasped. He is wearing a dark robe with a hood. The background includes trees, grass, and a building. The image is a drawing or etching with heavy lines and shading. The overall mood is somber. The title is "The Death of St. Francis" by Alphonse Legros.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1241 × 893 px
- Museum record:
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