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The Massacre of the Innocents

Hendrik Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a group of muscular figures, some wielding weapons and others displaying intense emotions. The figures are engaging in a dynamic and chaotic scene, with some holding infants or small objects. The composition is detailed and in a classicist style, reminiscent of works from the Renaissance or Baroque periods.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1585-1586
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3545 × 4521 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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