De moord op Pompeius 1791 - 1835

Bartolomeo Pinelli's "De moord op Pompeius" (The Murder of Pompey) is a dramatic depiction of the assassination of the Roman general Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus. Created between 1791 and 1835, the print shows a scene of violence and chaos as Pompey is brutally murdered by his attackers in a small boat. Pinelli, known for his detailed and expressive drawings, uses a meticulous style to capture the intensity of the moment, highlighting the struggle for power and the finality of death in this historical event. The use of strong contrasts between light and shadow enhances the dramatic impact of the scene, making it a compelling historical illustration.