The Large Miseries of War: Execution on the Wheel
1633
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1633
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a crowded scene of people watching a man being strapped to a wooden wheel. Soldiers hold him down while a figure in robes stands nearby. The background has buildings, towers, and a few flags, but the focus is on the execution platform. Notice how the artist used sharp lines and heavy shadows to show the crowd’s chaos. The text below is in French, describing the punishment. If you like this style, check out the Baroque movement next.
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