Thomyris Hiding King Cyrus' Head (holl.120)

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"Thomyris Hiding King Cyrus' Head" (holl.120) is a notable engraving by the German artist Georg Pencz, created during the Renaissance period. The work depicts the legendary episode from the life of Thomyris, the Queen of the Massagetae, who is said to have defeated the Persian king Cyrus the Great in battle. According to Herodotus and other classical sources, after her victory, Thomyris ordered the head of the slain Cyrus to be placed in a vessel filled with human blood as a symbolic act of vengeance for her son's death.

Georg Pencz, born around 1500 and deceased in 1550, was a prominent printmaker and painter of the German Renaissance, known for his fine engravings and involvement with the artist group known as the "Little Masters" due to their small, but exquisitely detailed, prints. Pencz's work is characterized by its intricate detail, classical themes, and the influence of Italian Renaissance art, which he encountered during his travels to Italy.

"Thomyris Hiding King Cyrus' Head" stands out as a work of historical and artistic significance. It reflects the Renaissance fascination with classical antiquity and its narratives, as well as the era's interest in strong female figures. The engraving is also a testament to Pencz's skill in composition and his ability to convey complex narratives through the medium of print.

The engraving is catalogued as holl.120 in the Hollstein's reference works, which provide an extensive catalogue of European engravings, etchings, and woodcuts up to the early 19th century. This particular piece by Pencz is part of a larger body of work that has been studied for its artistic merit and contribution to the printmaking tradition of the time.

As an artwork, "Thomyris Hiding King Cyrus' Head" is significant for its representation of a historical scene and for its place within the oeuvre of Georg Pencz. It continues to be of interest to art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts of Renaissance art for its technical execution and its portrayal of a powerful female figure in history.

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