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Tomyris with the head of Cyrus
Tomyris with the head of Cyrus is a print by Gaspar du Change. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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Overview
This print depicts a dramatic scene of a woman, identified as Tomyris, receiving the severed head of Cyrus from a kneeling figure, set against a dark and tumultuous background.
Subject & Meaning
The scene is derived from an earlier work by Rubens and illustrates a story of power and revenge, as hinted at by the Latin text accompanying the image.
Technique & Style
The print features a crowded composition with figures in old-fashioned attire, a mix of calm and agitated expressions, and a tense atmosphere heightened by swirling clouds and ruined architecture.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Gaspar du Change made dramatic prints filled with action and detail. His Tomyris with the head of Cyrus shows a powerful moment from ancient history, printed in black and white. The scene is crowded with figures,…
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