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The scene is set within a rocky, cavernous environment, with a distant architectural structure visible through an opening in the stone, providing a sense of depth to the otherwise enclosed space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Smith of Chichester was one of three brothers known for their work in the mid-eighteenth century. While the family is often associated with rural scenes, this work demonstrates an engagement with traditional religious iconography. The etching technique employs fine, hatched lines to build shadow and form, particularly within the dark recesses of the cave and the folds of the garments. The artist uses light to draw the eye toward the central interaction between Christ and the newly awakened Lazarus, while the peripheral figures remain partially obscured in the gloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the stylistic conventions of the period, where artists often looked to Dutch masters for inspiration in both subject matter and technical execution. The cross-hatching is precise, creating a textured surface that defines the rugged terrain of the burial site. This piece offers a glimpse into the printmaking practices of the eighteenth-century British provincial art scene, where classical themes were interpreted through a personal, graphic lens. The work is a fine example of the period's interest in narrative clarity and dramatic lighting, achieved through the disciplined application of the etching needle on a copper plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-assumption-of-the-virgin-with-saints-michael-and-benedict-luca-signorelli\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Assumption of the Virgin with Saints Michael and Benedict - Luca Signorelli — Luca Signorelli\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Smith","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794505175375,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794513989967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794514022735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794514055503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794514088271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794514121039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794514153807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794514186575,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794514219343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794514252111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794514284879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794514317647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Raising-of-Lazarus_Poster_CompositorV1_1789542931739.jpg?v=1789543658","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/products\/the-raising-of-lazarus-john-smith-of-chichester","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}