The family of Darius kneeling before Alexander the Great 1707 - 1769

"The family of Darius kneeling before Alexander the Great" is a brown wash drawing by Italian artist Francesco Fontebasso, created between 1707 and 1769. The drawing depicts a scene of surrender, showcasing the dramatic moment when the family of Darius III, the last king of the Achaemenid Empire, kneels before the victorious Alexander the Great. This historical scene is presented in a dynamic and emotive manner, highlighting the tension and drama of the event. The drawing is currently held at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.