Seneca and Epicharis Conspire Against Nero 1798 - 1801

"Seneca and Epicharis Conspire Against Nero" is a pen and ink drawing by Nicolai Abildgaard, created between 1798 and 1801. The artwork depicts the Roman philosopher Seneca and the freedwoman Epicharis, who conspired against the Roman Emperor Nero. The sketch, which is held at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, uses a brown monochrome palette and showcases the artist's skill at portraying both figures and historical scenes in a dramatic and intimate manner. Abildgaard's "Seneca and Epicharis Conspire Against Nero" is a powerful reminder of a pivotal moment in Roman history, capturing a scene of intrigue and rebellion.