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Gunpowder Plot

George Keller

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a public execution scene in a historical town setting. The image features an execution platform in the center where a chaotic scene unfolds. The atmosphere is tense, with multiple figures on a raised stage engaged in dynamic movement. Surrounding the central action, the town's architecture consists of tall, pitched-roof houses. A large gathering of onlookers is present, with people on horseback and standing in clusters. In the foreground, some figures appear to have fallen or are lying on the ground. The drawing showcases period costumes, intricate architectural stylings, and careful depictions of figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1606
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
11921 × 9357 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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