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The Striking of the King of the Huns and the Collapse of the Rule of Mart

Alfonso Parigi II

1631

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

The Striking of the King of the Huns and the Collapse of the Rule of Mart is a 1631 ink by Alfonso Parigi II, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Alfonso Parigi II
When & what style?: 1631 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching depicts a dramatic scene with a king, possibly the King of the Huns, being struck down. The king is shown falling, with a figure in the foreground holding a spear. In the background, there are buildings and trees, with a cloudy sky above. The scene is busy, with many figures and details to take in. The etching is done in a detailed, realistic style, with lots of texture and shading. It's a powerful and dynamic image that draws the viewer in. To learn more about the Baroque movement, which this etching is a part of, explore the works of other artists from this time period.