Burial of the Virgin 1888

print, wood-engraving

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

shape in negative space

light pencil work

natural tone

print

pencil sketch

pencil drawing

united-states

pencil work

tonal art

remaining negative space

wood-engraving

"Burial of the Virgin" is a 1888 wood engraving by American artist Timothy Cole (1852-1931). This image is a black and white print depicting a group of people burying a deceased woman, possibly the Virgin Mary. It is a popular subject within the art world. The engraving is on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and is a great example of Cole's mastery of detail and tonal range. The print is a fine example of black and white realism and is sure to captivate viewers with its subject matter and artistic skill.