Tullia rijdt over het lichaam van haar vader Tullius 1817

Bartolomeo Pinelli created this etching, "Tullia rijdt over het lichaam van haar vader Tullius." The drama of the scene is constructed through contrasting diagonal lines: the rearing horses on the right pull our eyes from the lower right towards Tullia in her chariot on the left. This energetic, rising vector is opposed by the horizontal, static body of the slain father on the ground. Pinelli creates emotional intensity through this visual juxtaposition, a dynamic conflict between movement and stillness. The rigid, architectural backdrop contrasts sharply with the organic forms of the figures, a stark reminder of civilization's potential for barbarity. Through the stark medium of etching, Pinelli exploits a play of light and shadow to draw out emotional depth. The cool detachment in Tullia's posture, emphasized by the sharp lines of her figure, adds another layer to the disquieting scene. Here, form and content merge to create a powerful commentary on ambition, power, and moral decay. This artwork doesn't just depict a historical event; it provokes a deeper reflection on the darker aspects of human nature and societal structures.