Triumph of Mordecai n.d.

"Triumph of Mordecai" is a pen and ink drawing by the Italian artist Giuseppe Piattoli (1785-1807) held in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago. The drawing depicts a scene from the biblical story of Esther, where Mordecai, the Jewish hero, rides through the streets of Shushan on a horse while the people cheer him on. This drawing, like many of Piattoli's works, was created as a study for a larger painting, showcasing the artist's technical skills and attention to detail. The use of pen and ink allows for a sense of movement and fluidity, capturing the energy of the scene.