Consul Titus Manlius Torquatus Orders the Beheading of his Son — Ferdinand Bol

Ferdinand Bol. Painted 1661 - 1663.

This picture was painted for the headquarters of the Admiralty of Amsterdam. It represents a story from Roman times in which a consul ondemns his son to be beheaded for ignoring a command. The Admiralty intended this image to proclaim that insubordination would be severely punished. It also reminded officers that they must always remain impartial.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in 17th Century, Power at see, Main building.

canvas, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 242 × 218 cm

Print: 119 × 107.2 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200108247. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.