The Execution of the Doge Marino Faliero 1825 - 1826

Eugène Delacroix's "The Execution of the Doge Marino Faliero" (1825-1826) depicts the dramatic and tragic moment of the execution of the Doge of Venice, Marino Faliero. The painting is known for its use of color and light, highlighting the intensity of the scene. Delacroix's dramatic composition captures the somber atmosphere of the event. In the center of the painting, the Doge is lying on the ground, as if lifeless, surrounded by figures in mourning. This historical scene, set against the backdrop of the Venetian Republic, showcases the Romantic style.