A Massacre by the Triumvirate 1619 - 1629

"A Massacre by the Triumvirate" is an etching by French artist Claude Vignon created between 1619 and 1629. The print depicts a brutal scene of a massacre, likely referencing the Roman Triumvirate's violent suppression of rebellion. Vignon's masterful use of line and shading conveys the chaos and despair of the event, with the figures of the victims sprawled across the foreground, while the executioners are shown with ruthless determination. The dramatic composition and graphic detail are typical of the Baroque period, emphasizing the theme of violence and power. This etching, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcases Vignon's skill as a printmaker and his ability to capture the raw energy and brutality of a historical event.