Graflegging 1670 - 1682

"Graflegging" (1670-1682) is a black and white etching by Melchior Küsel depicting a group of figures gathered around a tomb. The composition is set in a dramatic landscape with rocky cliffs and swirling clouds in the sky. The artist’s masterful use of line creates depth and texture, emphasizing the emotional weight of the scene. The scene is likely a depiction of a burial, illustrating the somber reflection of the mourners. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Küsel's skill in capturing the human experience through detailed engravings.