Illustratie van de Parcere Subiectis 1670 - 1730

Jan Hoogsaat's red chalk drawing, *Illustratie van de Parcere Subiectis* (1670-1730), depicts a scene of a Roman general sparing the life of a defeated enemy. The general stands tall, clad in armor and a cloak, while the defeated soldier kneels at his feet, his head bowed in submission. The drawing showcases Hoogsaat's mastery of light and shadow, creating a dramatic interplay of light and dark. The composition, with its strong diagonal lines, further emphasizes the tension and drama of the moment.