Return of the Procession to Nante Cathedral (Rentree de la Procession a la Cathedral de Nantes)

Auguste Lepère

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a religious procession. It shows a detailed line drawing of figures in elaborate robes moving through an urban area. The foreground figures are holding a staff and surrounded by other similarly dressed individuals. In the background, numerous figures are shown participating or observing the procession, with buildings and scaffolding visible. A ceremonial canopy is featured on the left side. The scene conveys a solemn atmosphere with billowing incense smoke adding to the sense of reverence.