Lucretia 510 Bc Collection

Lucreces death: Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady of the 6th century BC)
XEE4192602 Lucreces death: Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady of the 6th century BC) was the victim of violence by his cousin Sextus Tarquin, the son of Tarquin the Superb

Lucretia (oil on canvas, 1580)
LRI4574997 Lucretia (oil on canvas, 1580) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Lucrece Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)

The Death of Lucretia, Detail. 15th century (Tempera on wood)
LRI4607538 The Death of Lucretia, Detail. 15th century (Tempera on wood) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

History of Ancient Rome: Lucrece, Brutus and Collatinus. Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)
XEE4404669 History of Ancient Rome: Lucrece, Brutus and Collatinus. Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia, Roman lady) was the victim of violence by his cousin Sextus Tarquin, the son of Tarquin the Superb

The suicide of Lucretia, 1657 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4574651 The suicide of Lucretia, 1657 (oil on canvas) by Cagnacci, Guido (1601-63); 87x66 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon

The suicide of Lucretia (painting, 1640-1642)
LRI4622149 The suicide of Lucretia (painting, 1640-1642) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The suicide of Lucrece Lucrece (Lucrezia, Lucretia)

Sextus Tarquinius driven from Rome and is threatened by relatives of Lucretia. Detail from The Death of Lucretia
LRI4607545 Sextus Tarquinius driven from Rome and is threatened by relatives of Lucretia. Detail from The Death of Lucretia

The Story of Lucretia. Jorg Breu the Elder (ca 1475-1537) German painter. Pen and black ink on paper
542913 The Story of Lucretia. Jorg Breu the Elder (ca 1475-1537) German painter. Pen and black ink on paper. by Breu, Joerg the Elder (c.1475-1537); Universal History Archive/UIG

Lucretia (engraving)
2810996 Lucretia (engraving) by Scharf, George Junior (1820-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucretia. Illustration for Lays of Ancient Rome by Lord Macaulay (Longman)

Death of Lucretia
LLM461854 Death of Lucretia by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Lucretia. Illustration for Historia de Europa by Emilio Castelar (1895)

Lucretia among her maidens (engraving)
654094 Lucretia among her maidens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucretia among her maidens)

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Lucretia 510 BC: A Tragic Tale of Betrayal and Resilience In the annals of history, Lucretia stands as a symbol of courage and tragedy. Her story has been immortalized through various art forms, capturing the heart-wrenching events that unfolded in ancient Rome during the 6th century BC. One such depiction is found in "The Rape of Lucrece, " a powerful woodcut from William Shakespeare's collection published by Kelmscott Press in 1893. This artwork brings to life the harrowing moment when Lucrece fell victim to her cousin Sextus Tarquin's violent assault, forever altering her destiny. Another poignant portrayal can be seen in an oil painting titled "Tarquin and Lucretia" from c. 1578-80. The canvas captures their fateful encounter, showcasing the anguish etched on both their faces as innocence collides with malevolence. Similarly, a 17th-century oil painting named "The Rape of Lucrezia" depicts this tragic event with vivid strokes that evoke raw emotions. It serves as a stark reminder of the pain endured by Lucrecia at the hands of Sextus Tarquin. Devastated by her ordeal, Lucretia chose to take control over her own fate. In another artwork called "The Suicide of Lucretia, " we witness her final act - she ended her life rather than succumbing to shame or remaining trapped within society's expectations. Her death reverberates throughout history, leaving an indelible mark on Roman culture and inspiring countless artists across centuries. An oil painting from 1580 aptly titled "Lucretia" captures this pivotal moment where despair meets defiance on canvas. "The Death of Lucretia, " painted during the 15th century using tempera on wood technique, offers a detailed glimpse into this tragic incident.