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Terugkeer van Scipio's zoon

Joseph-François Ducq

1800

oil

From the collection of Groeningemuseum

Early 19th Century Armor Scipio Africanus

Dominant colour

Terugkeer van Scipio's zoon is a 1800 oil by Joseph-François Ducq, depicting Armor, held at Groeningemuseum.

Who painted this?: Joseph-François Ducq
When & what style?: 1800
Where can I see it?: Groeningemuseum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in ancient Roman clothing. Some are standing, and one is sitting on the floor. They're all looking at each other, and some are touching. The scene is set in a large room with arches in the background. The people are dressed in white, brown, and red robes, and some are wearing helmets and armor. The painting is quite detailed, with lots of texture and shading. It's held at the Groeningemuseum. You might also want to look up the artist Joseph-François Ducq.