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Unknown Artist
A stately group portrait of four scholars engaged in intellectual discourse, surrounded by symbols of classical wisdom.
The Burning of Books at Ephesus
Unknown Artist
1601 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dramatic 17th-century depiction of the burning of books at Ephesus, filled with dynamic figures and rich historical detail.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown
About the piece
Dating to 1601, this oil on panel captures the intense narrative of the burning of books at Ephesus. The composition is expertly balanced between the bustling crowd surrounding the central pyre and the imposing classical architecture in the background, showcasing the intricate draftsmanship and dramatic lighting characteristic of the late Renaissance and early Baroque era.
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