Art Funded by you

Sketch for The Ascension

Benjamin West, 1738–1820

This work is painted in monochrome, with only a small stretch of sea and the lower part of the sky in colour. In the top-centre the ascending figure of Christ, with arms outstretched, is placed against the clouds. Below, standing and kneeling, are thirteen male figures in attitudes of wonder and devotion.

More information

Title of artwork, date

Sketch for The Ascension, 1738–1820

Date supported

1945

Medium and material

Grisaille

Dimensions

127 x 71 cm

Grant

23.1

Total cost

23.1

Content note: This object record is part of our archive and has not been updated since it was first published. It may contain inaccurate information or outdated language. Please get in touch if you think this record should be amended.

Art Funded by you FAQs

Why is this object record marked 'archive'?

Where can I see this work of art? Is it on display?

What is Art Fund's purpose?

How is Art Fund funded?

What type of funding do you offer?

What does the acquisition grants programme support and who can apply?

How many works of art has Art Fund helped museums to acquire?

I’m a curator/researcher/arts professional and would like to find out more about this work, how do I get in touch?

I’m a journalist and would like to contact Art Fund about this work, how do I get in touch?

I would like to donate a work of art to a museum. What do I need to do?

I'd like to leave a gift to Art Fund in my will. How can I do this?

Contact us

If you have a question about a work of art in our archive, please contact the Programmes team. We’ll be happy to answer your enquiry.

Get in touch