Easter Day at Rome 1840

John Frederick Lewis's "Easter Day at Rome" (1840) is a depiction of a bustling Roman square on Easter Sunday. The scene is filled with people in colorful clothing, reflecting the vibrant atmosphere of the day. Lewis's precise detail and attention to costume, architecture, and expressions of the figures capture the energy and excitement of this important religious celebration. The painting demonstrates Lewis's skill at portraying a narrative through a combination of figures, composition, and light. It is a classic example of the 19th-century genre painting that emphasizes the everyday life and cultural details of a particular time and place.