Tomb with Funerary Urn

1768

Jean-Laurent Legeay

Associated Names
Jean-Laurent Legeay

Artist, French, c. 1710 - after 1788

The image shows an architectural structure, possibly a monument or mausoleum, surrounded by dense foliage. The structure is in the center with trees on either side. The perspective is straight-on, displaying the front of the monument. The horizon is hidden by the monument and trees, creating a sense of enclosure. The etching has detailed brushstrokes highlighting the architecture and tree textures. There is a contrast between the structure's geometric lines and the organic curves of the trees. The image is monochromatic using shades of brown and black for depth. Light and shadow enhance the details. The trees frame the structure and draw the eye towards it. The sky has light cloud details for atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Andrew W. Mellon Fund

  • Accession Number

    1977.10.4

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Erouart 1982, no. 134


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1982

  • Erouart, Gilbert. Architettura come pittura: Jean-Laurent Legeay un piranesiano francese nell'Europa dei Lumi. Milan: Electa Editrice, 1982.

Wikidata ID

Q65572256

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