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Catafalque for an Unknown Woman Named Maria

Spanish (?) 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an ornate altar adorned with figures and symbols. The structure includes a skeletal figure at the top holding a scythe and an hourglass, flanked by two winged figures holding trumpets. Below, there is a grand arch with a coat of arms and candles. Inside the arch, there is a cloth-draped structure surrounded by angels and candles. The foreground features standing female figures, cherubs, carvings, and candleholders. The word "MARIA" is central to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
9021 × 12847 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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