Tarquin and Lucretia

作品描述

This painting depicts the story of Lucretia, a Roman noblewoman who was raped by Sextus Tarquinius, leading to her suicide and the fall of the Roman monarchy. Created by Peter Paul Rubens in 1610, it is a powerful example of Baroque art, showcasing dramatic composition and intense emotional expression. The work is housed in the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia.