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The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco)
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The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco)
LRI4601839 The Suicide of Caton the Young, 1524-1530 (fresco) by Beccafumi, Domenico (1486-1551); Palazzo Casini Casuccini, Siena, italy; (add.info.: The Suicide of Caton d Uticus (Marcus Porcius Cato Uticencis), or Caton the Young (95-46 BC) Fresco by Domenico di Giacomo di Pace dit Beccafumi (1486-1551) 1524-1530 Dim. 100x130 cm Siena (Siena), Palazzo Casini Casuccini); Luisa Ricciarini
Media ID 25901078
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This print showcases the powerful fresco painting, "The Suicide of Caton the Young" by Domenico Beccafumi. Created between 1524 and 1530, this artwork is housed in the Palazzo Casini Casuccini in Siena, Italy. The image captures a moment of intense political and human drama. Depicting the tragic suicide of Marcus Porcius Cato Uticencis, also known as Caton the Young, this fresco explores themes of violence and fear within ancient Rome. The artist skillfully portrays a street scene filled with anguish and anxiety. A horseman dominates the composition, his arm raised high with a dagger or sword symbolizing impending death. Amidst this chaotic scene, several animals are depicted - horses galloping in distress and other wildlife adding to the sense of wild life escaping its confines. These creatures serve as poignant symbols reflecting both nature's vulnerability and man's destructive tendencies. Beccafumi's mastery is evident through his attention to detail and use of color that brings this historical event to life. The viewer is transported back to Cinquecento Italy, where they can witness firsthand the emotional turmoil surrounding Caton's decision to take his own life. This print by Luisa Ricciarini allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Beccafumi's masterpiece from their own homes. It serves as a reminder not only of Italy's rich artistic heritage but also of humanity's complex relationship with power, politics, and self-destruction throughout history.
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