Agrippina Landing at Brindisi with the Ashes of Germanicus

Richard Earlom after Benjamin West

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a grand assembly of spectral figures departing from the underworld. The scene is intricately detailed, showcasing a procession of robed figures lined up in an orderly manner. To the right, there are ships manned by pointing oarsmen. The background reveals detailed architecture and a mountainous landscape, highlighting the classical setting. The use of light and shadow creates a dramatic and somber atmosphere, enhancing the sense of a solemn procession moving towards an unknown destination.