Infant Funeral Procession
William P. Chappel
key Notes:
Historical New York Scene, Somber Procession
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Dimensions:
6 1/16 x 9 3/16 in. (15.4 x 23.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on slate paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
"Infant Funeral Procession," created by William P. Chappel in the 1870s, depicts a somber scene reflecting the societal attitudes towards childhood mortality during that period. The painting is noted for its emotional depth and historical significance, although specific details about its exhibition history and provenance remain largely unknown.
Description of the work:
"Infant Funeral Procession" by William P. Chappel, created in the 1870s using oil on slate paper, depicts a somber scene characterized by a muted color palette that conveys a sense of mourning. The composition features a procession of figures, rendered with a focus on emotional expression, as they carry a small casket, highlighting themes of loss and grief.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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