Last Judgment, Lincoln Cathedral

published 1829

W. Walton after John Flaxman

Associated Names
W. Walton

Artist, British (?), active 19th century

John Flaxman

Artist After, British, 1755 - 1826

This is a detailed drawing featuring a central seated figure surrounded by various other figures and elements in an ornate, symmetrical composition. The central figure holds a book and gestures with their hand. Other figures, some angelic, are arranged around the central figure, ascending and descending along arched paths, with some guided or judged by angels. The drawing has detailed line work that emphasizes form and expression, creating a celestial atmosphere reminiscent of religious iconography.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    lithograph [proof before letters]

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 19.2 × 26.2 cm (7 9/16 × 10 5/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.1714

  • Series Title

    Flaxman's "Lectures on Sculpture:" pl.39

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q74032602

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