The Continence of Scipio

Dimensions

h 64.4cm × w 78.8cm × t 2.5cm × d 5.2cm

Collection

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Materials

canvas; oil paint (paint)

Object Type

painting; preparatory study

Subject Matter

the continence of Scipio: he restores a captive woman to her bridegroom Allucius, who kneels before him; the ransom offered by the bride's parents is given to Allucius as a wedding-gift

Acquisition Method

purchase

Acquired

1944

Notes

buitenmaat: diepte 5,2 cm (drager incl. SK-L-3366)

Collection Type

paintings