De zelfmoord van Cato de jongere 1819

"De zelfmoord van Cato de jongere" (The Suicide of Cato the Younger) is an 1819 etching by Italian artist Bartolomeo Pinelli. The artwork depicts the Roman statesman Cato the Younger, known for his stoic philosophy, taking his own life rather than submit to Julius Caesar. Pinelli masterfully portrays the scene with dramatic detail, capturing Cato's resolute expression and the frantic reactions of the surrounding figures. The etching's detailed lines and contrasts create a sense of intensity and immediacy, making it a powerful depiction of a pivotal moment in Roman history.