The sacrificial battle between Orestes and Pylades, Pieter Lastman, 1614
A story from Greek antiquity: Orestes and Pylades (left) were caught trying to steal the statue of Diana from the temple (left back). One of them will have to die. At the altar the friends argue about who should give his life for the other. Lastman's compact, full compositions, bright colours and expressive gestures influenced the young Rembrandt.
                                
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