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Christ descending into the Grave

Luigi Schiavonetti after William Blake

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person standing or walking. The full body is visible with arms slightly extended and facing forward. The facial features are indistinct, and the hair blends into the background. The person is wearing a long robe or gown. There are no visible jewelry or handheld objects. The background is textured and dark, creating an atmosphere of depth and obscurity.

Artwork Details

Date
1808 and 1813
Medium
steel-faced etched copper plate
Dimensions
7379 × 10074 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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