The Death of Caesar
Jean-Léon Gérôme · 1859
Why it's great
After being stabbed by senators in Rome, Julius Caesar's body lies in a theater, while the conspirators scatter. Gérôme painted an empty hall instead of the actual fight. The still, quiet scene is more haunting than a battle. It's a clever painting of a famous event.
🏛️ Part of history
Julius Caesar & the Fall of the Roman Republic (100–27 BC) — Gérôme leaves Caesar's body on the floor of the Senate while the killers walk away, a quiet and chilling view of the Ides of March.
Where to see it
📍 Walters Art MuseumBaltimore, United States
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Jean-Léon Gérôme was born in Vesoul, France, and became one of the most successful painters and teachers in Paris. He traveled to Egypt and the Middle East and painted lively scenes from ancient and modern life. He was also a sculptor. His students came from around the world.
