The Story
The Little Executioner by Prince Ruprecht (German, 1619–1682).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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The Little Executioner
Prince Ruprecht (German, 1619–1682)
The Little Executioner
Prince Ruprecht (German, 1619–1682)32 people viewing now
Period
Baroque
Theme
Portrait
Medium
mezzotint
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.
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