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The Burial, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
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The Burial, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
XOS744924 The Burial, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Park, Linton (1826-1906); 61x83.8 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; American, out of copyright
Media ID 12934825
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Crying Digger Grief Grieving Mourning
The Burial, c. 1890 - A Heartrending Scene of Grief and Loss
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this poignant print of "The Burial" artist Linton Park captures the raw emotions surrounding death and mourning in 19th-century America. The canvas depicts a somber funeral procession along the banks of a tranquil river, with mourners gathered around an open grave. Grief is palpable as both men and women weep openly, their faces etched with sorrow. The central figure, a grieving woman dressed in black, clings to her companion for support while tears stream down her face. Behind them stands a horse-drawn carriage adorned with flowers, symbolizing the final journey taken by the departed soul. Park's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; from the landscape that stretches beyond the scene to the digger solemnly preparing to lay his loved one to rest. The composition evokes feelings of profound sadness and longing as it captures not only individual grief but also collective mourning for a life lost too soon. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our shared human experience - that death touches us all at some point in our lives. It invites viewers to reflect on their own mortality and contemplate how they might navigate through moments of profound loss. As we gaze upon this timeless masterpiece preserved within the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, let us honor those who have passed before us while finding solace in knowing that even amidst great sorrow, there is beauty in art that speaks directly
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