Consul Titus Manlius Torquatus Orders the Beheading of his Son, 1661 Ferdinand Bol
The painting captures a dramatic scene from ancient Rome. Consul Titus Manlius Torquatus, seated on a throne nestled between two pillars, commands the execution of his own son. The lifeless body of his son lies on the ground, while the executioner triumphantly holds up the severed head. To the right, a soldier stands with a horse, bearing witness to this tragic event. The backdrop features the grand architecture of Rome, adding to the somber atmosphere.
