Alexander de Grote doodt Orsodates c. 1655 - 1665

"Alexander de Grote doodt Orsodates" is a drawing on paper by Leonaert Bramer, a Dutch Baroque artist. This artwork depicts a scene from the life of Alexander the Great, specifically the moment he kills the Persian satrap Orsodates. The drawing is a detailed and dramatic representation of the event, with Alexander and his soldiers positioned in a dynamic composition. It showcases Bramer’s skill in depicting both historical and mythological subjects. The drawing is currently located at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.