Moordpoging op Gaius Marius by Bartolomeo Pinelli

Moordpoging op Gaius Marius 1818

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drawing, print, ink, pen

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drawing

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light pencil work

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quirky sketch

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narrative-art

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print

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figuration

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personal sketchbook

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ink

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idea generation sketch

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sketchwork

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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sketchbook drawing

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pen

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history-painting

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storyboard and sketchbook work

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sketchbook art

Dimensions: height 316 mm, width 425 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

Bartolomeo Pinelli made this etching of the attempted murder of Gaius Marius in the 18th or 19th century. Pinelli was an Italian artist known for his depictions of Roman history and folklore. This image captures a moment of intense drama. Gaius Marius, a Roman general and statesman, confronts a would-be assassin. Marius's life was filled with political turmoil and military campaigns and is charged with class conflict. The attempted assassination underscores the violence inherent in the pursuit of power. What does it mean to claim authority? Pinelli’s detailed etching captures the tension of the moment, highlighting the emotional and psychological states of both figures. The would-be murderer stands in stark contrast to Marius who seems resigned to this fate. Ultimately, the artwork prompts us to consider the ways in which power, identity, and violence intersect. The image remains a compelling reflection on the human condition.

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