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The Entombment

Albrecht Altdorfer

National Gallery of Art

The drawing shows a group of figures surrounding a reclined figure in a cave-like setting. Several figures are interacting with the reclined figure, who is lying down on a raised surface. The environment is suggested by shading and texture, with hanging stalactites or vines creating a sense of enclosure. The composition includes detailed, intricate lines for texture and depth, with objects in the foreground like a cylindrical container and other items.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1513
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
2306 × 3421 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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