The Entombment — History & Facts
The Entombment by Józef Simmler presents a dramatic scene filled with somber colors. The figures of Christ and those mourning him are rendered with great emotion. Dark hues dominate the background, creating a stark contrast with the pale skin of Christ.
The setting is intimate, focusing on the moment of loss and reverence. The painting is executed in oil on canvas, showcasing Simmler's skill in capturing human emotion. The figures are arranged in a triangular composition, drawing the viewer's eye towards Christ. The use of chiaroscuro enhances the three-dimensionality of the figures.
The approximate dimensions are 150 x 200 cm, making it a significant work in size. Józef Simmler was a Polish painter known for his religious themes, and The Entombment is one of his notable works. It reflects the Baroque style with its dramatic use of light and shadow. An interesting fact is that this painting captures a moment often depicted in art, yet Simmler's interpretation emphasizes the emotional weight of the scene.
This work is part of a private collection, highlighting its rarity and significance.
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Man resting on a bed
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Mountain landscape
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Nude studies for the figures of Jaśko of Tęczyn and the man standing behind him for the painting ‘Queen Jadwiga’s Oath’
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Half-length figure of a boy in profile to the left
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Half-length figure of young man in a hat
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Sketch of a nude male
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Studium rzeźby ‘Wenus Medycejska’
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Study of Both Hands of the Bishop for the Painting ‘The Oath of Queen Jadwiga’
Józef Simmler

Study of female nudes to figures of three Marys for the painting ‘Three Marys’
Józef Simmler

Nude male study to the painting ‘King David playing the harp’
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