The Entombment with Three Birds

Giovanni Antonio da Brescia, after Andrea Mantegna

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a rocky landscape where a group of individuals appear to be involved in an activity around a carved rock chamber or cave. The foreground shows a detailed depiction of a rugged terrain with jagged rock formations and sparse vegetation, including a couple of slender trees that rise between the rocks. The central focus is on a scene surrounding the rock chamber, which is open and appears to be of significance. The background features a series of crosses and an expansive sky scattered with clouds and birds. The style of the drawing is meticulous, capturing the textures of the rocky environment and the somber tone of the gathering.