Massacre of the Innocents
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Massacre of the Innocents is a 1850 by Giovanni Folo, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a chaotic scene of violence and despair. A man, shirtless and holding a sword, is shown attacking a woman who is desperately trying to protect a child. The woman is kneeling on the ground, her arms outstretched in a futile attempt to shield the child from harm. In the background, other figures are visible, some of whom appear to be fleeing in terror. The scene is set against a backdrop of classical architecture, with columns and arches visible in the distance. The overall mood of the painting is one of intense drama and tragedy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this powerful work, you might want to explore the paintings of Folo, Giovanni.
The print *Massacre of the Innocents* by Giovanni Folo is based on Nicolas Poussin's composition of the same subject, rendered in ink or engraving on paper.
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Giovanni Folo made dramatic religious prints in the late 18th to mid-19th century.
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