Scene of Sacrifice 18th century

"Scene of Sacrifice" is an 18th century drawing of an ancient Roman relief sculpture depicting a scene of sacrifice. The anonymous artist captures the solemnity of the ritual with delicate lines, highlighting the figures as they perform their roles around a central column. The composition is balanced, with a figure reaching towards the sky on the right side mirroring the gesture of the central figure on the left. This drawing, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the enduring power of ancient Roman imagery and its influence on later artists.