Mucius gooit zijn zoon in een rivier 1803

"Mucius gooit zijn zoon in een rivier" (Mucius Throws His Son into a River) is an 1803 etching by Dutch artist Reinier Vinkeles. It depicts a scene from Roman history, where the legendary hero Mucius Scaevola is shown sacrificing his son to the river god Tiber. The scene is set against a backdrop of a palm tree and a small building, which suggest an outdoor setting. The etching's detailed portrayal of the figures and the emotional intensity of the scene evoke a sense of tragedy and sacrifice. This print, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Roman Empire through the lens of 19th-century Dutch art.