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The Continence of Scipio
Diana Scultori (mentioned on object), c. 1557 - c. 1612
The seated man is the Roman general Scipio. He had taken prisoner the fiancée of his defeated opponent Allucius and is here magnanimously returning her to him. Traditionally, this act was seen as an example of generosity. Such stories with a moralizing message enjoyed particular popularity in Diana Mantuana’s time. Barbara van den Broeck also depicted the subject, as seen elsewhere in this gallery.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-OB-37.369
- Dimensionsheight 210 mm x width 254 mm
- Physical characteristicsgravure met plaattoon