Inauguration of the III Session of the XX Legislature 1899

"Inauguration of the III Session of the XX Legislature" is a detailed illustration by Achille Beltrame depicting a grand ceremony in a parliamentary chamber. Created in 1899, the piece showcases Beltrame's ability to capture the formality and grandeur of the event. The scene is dominated by a raised platform, featuring a throne draped in rich red fabric, under a canopy. Multiple figures in formal attire, likely government officials, are rendered with precise detail. The scene suggests a moment of significant political power and ceremony, and Beltrame’s masterful use of light and shadow brings the scene to life.