“The Burial of Sarah,” created by Gustave Doré in 1866, is an engraving that falls under the Romanticism art movement. This religious painting is part of “The Holy Bible” series and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a somber scene set within a dark, cavernous interior. A group of solemn figures, clad in period garments, move toward what appears to be a burial site, with two nearly nude figures lifting a heavy stone or slab. The use of light and shadow in the engraving accentuates the gravity of the moment, as a faint luminescence filters in from the entrance, offering a stark contrast to the otherwise dark setting. The engraving’s intricate details and emotional depth are characteristic of Doré’s mastery in evoking pathos and reverence, fitting seamlessly within the Romantic tradition and the religious genre it represents.
