The LamentationGermain Pilon · 1580
Renaissance
1580
47.0 x 82.0 cm
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Germain Pilon (1528 – 1590)
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About this artwork
- Title: The Lamentation
- Artist: Germain Pilon
- Year: 1580
- Original dimensions: 47.0 x 82.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: The Louvre
- Movement: Renaissance
- Creative period: Renaissance
- Corpus context: christian lamentation theme, classical grief & sorrow
Questions & Answers
How big is the original "The Lamentation"?
"The Lamentation" measures 47 x 82 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.
How does "The Lamentation" fit into Germain Pilon's themes and style?
"The Lamentation" belongs to Germain Pilon's Renaissance work, whose recorded themes include michelangelo's influence, classical grief & sorrow, christian lamentation theme, renaissance humanism", pilon's dramatic style, religious iconography", emotional intensity", bronze sculpture mastery".
What color leads the composition of "The Lamentation" by Germain Pilon?
The dominant color of "The Lamentation" by Germain Pilon is espresso (#505050).