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C2167 | Centuries Collection of Old Masters

Sun, Jun 27, 2021 03:00PM EDT
Lot 10

Crucifixion Of The Tyrians Alexander the Great Oil

Estimate: $33,000 - $38,500

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Year: 19th Century Size: 69" x 49" Medium: Oil Description: Fine huge 19th Century history painting of the Crucifixion of the Tryrians by Alexander The Great following the Siege of Tyre 332 BC against the Persians, oil on canvas. Monumental grand scale history painting by an accomplished artist depicting the beauty of the ancient Persian architecture in Tyre amid the horrors of the 2,000 crucified on the beach following their defeat to the Greeks. Stunning detail throughout and a rare early depiction of the event in art. Measurements: 69" x 49" framed approx