The artwork titled “Funeral procession, the Blessed Virgin” is created by the artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, renowned for his contributions to the Neoclassicism art movement. It falls under the genre of religious painting.
In the artwork, a solemn and dramatic atmosphere is depicted, characteristic of Neoclassical aesthetics. The scene portrays a group of figures involved in a funeral procession. The central focus is a stone bier, carried by several muscular, partially nude men displaying expressions of effort and reverence. They are surrounded by other figures in various poses, some aiding in the procession and others observing with mournful gestures. The architectural elements in the background, with arches and distant buildings, evoke a classical context, highlighting an era of grandeur and spiritual significance. The masterful use of light and shadow, along with meticulous detailing in the figures’ anatomy and drapery, exemplifies Piranesi’s skill and dedication to capturing the solemnity and reverence of the moment.
