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Pompe funèbre de Catherine Opalinska

Charles-Nicolas Cochin II

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornately decorated interior space. It features intricate details like decorated walls, hanging drapery, and multiple tiers of candles or lamps providing light. In the center, there is a large, ornate canopy or baldachin under which rests a sculptural element. This structure is surrounded by rows of seating or gathering areas and framed by tall columns and detailed architectural features. The scene conveys a sense of grandeur and elegance within a ceremonial context.

Artwork Details

Date
1746
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
8568 × 12037 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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