Sophonisbe kneeling before Masinissa, King of Numidia 1815 - 1825

"Sophonisbe kneeling before Masinissa, King of Numidia" is a large-scale painting created by Benjamin Wolff between 1815 and 1825. The painting depicts a scene from Roman history where the Carthaginian noblewoman, Sophonisbe, kneels before the Numidian King Masinissa, pleading for her life. The painting features a dramatic composition with rich colors and textures. Wolff's mastery of detail is evident in the rendering of the figures' clothing and the surrounding environment. The painting, with its historical subject and grand scale, exemplifies the Neoclassical style that was popular in Europe during this period.