Let Him Rest | Briton Rivière | 1888 20th Century This nocturnal illustration depicts a

This nocturnal illustration depicts a haunting winter scene in which a solitary owl glides silently above a snow covered town

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as well as countless sketches and charcoal drawings

The composition is characterized by its use of perspective

where factory chimneys and warehouses dissolve into mist and reflection

Let Him Rest | Briton Rivière | 1888 20th Century This nocturnal illustration depicts aThe original Latin title of this painting is "Requiescat", which roughly translates to 'Let Him Rest' in English. This an oil on canvas painting by British artist Briton Rivire completed in 1888. The painting depicts an armoured medieval knight lying atop a bed with a blue floral sheet. A dog (often identified as a bloodhound) sits besides the bed while observantly looking towards the face of the knight on whom a wreath placed, indicating death. The