The Body of Christ in the Sepulchre

Nicolas de Platte-Montagne

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a sepia-toned drawing or engraving. A man lies on a table or platform. He has long hair and a beard, and his body is partially covered by a cloth. His head is tilted back, and his eyes appear closed. His arms are at his sides, and his legs are slightly apart. The platform has a dark background. At the bottom of the image is a stone or wooden base with writing on it. The writing is in Latin and appears to be an inscription. There is also a crown of thorns on the left side of the base. A rolled-up parchment or scroll is on the right side. The overall atmosphere of the image is somber and reflective.