The Story
The Burial of Christ by Annibale Carracci.
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“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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The Burial of Christ
Annibale Carracci
The Burial of Christ
Annibale Carracci32 people viewing now
Period
Late Renaissance/Mannerism
Theme
Religion & Mythology
Medium
Oil on copper
Current Location
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.
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