Massacre of the Innocents
- Artist
- Guido Reni
- Date
- 1611
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
"Massacre of the Innocents" is a powerful religious painting by the Italian Baroque artist Guido Reni, completed in 1611. Originally created for the Basilica of San Domenico in Bologna, this canvas vividly captures the biblical scene of King Herod’s brutal order to kill innocent children. Reni’s masterful use of oil paints conveys intense emotion and dramatic light characteristic of Baroque art, emphasizing the tragic moment. The dynamic composition and emotional intensity showcase Reni’s skill in creating a stirring religious narrative within a richly detailed and expressive artwork.
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