Antonio Bellucci - The Rape of Lucretia 1700

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I am a bit underwhelmed by this painting. It has all the right ingredients, but somehow the spark for greatness is missing.

Part of the Art Motive Series: "The Story of Lucretia"

orangeguru (12-09 14:30) | Permalink
Tags: Bellucci, female, Lucretia, painting, roman history, violence

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