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At the Foot of the Cross

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group gathering near a crucifix. Figures are depicted in a contemplative or mourning state. The drawing is executed in soft, muted tones with a significant use of brown. The crucifix stands prominently above them.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
4027 × 3433 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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