The Funeral of Decius Mus by Jean-Honoré Fragonard: A sepia-toned drawing depicts a chaotic scene. A deceased man lies on a platform or bier at the center. He wears a helmet and has a sword next to him. Several figures surround him, some kneeling or sitting in grief. One figure on the left holds his head in his hands, while another on the right appears to be holding up the deceased's cloak. In the background, there are swirling clouds and possibly some indistinct figures or objects. The overall mood of the drawing is one of mourning and turmoil.
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1263 × 805 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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