Lucretia was a noble lady who committed suicide after being raped by the Roman king Tarquin. For centuries this was seen as an example of ‘virtuous’ female behaviour.

This painting has been described as a copy, but recent conservation work suggests traces of unfinished drapery beneath 19th century repaint.

A visitor to John Bowes’ home once mistook it for a family portrait!

Provenance: Founders bequest

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: follower of Guido Reni (1575-1642)
Date: unknown

Image Details
Date: 12 May 2024
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Telephoto Camera 52mm ƒ/2.4
Focal Length: 52mm
Aperture: ƒ/2.4
Shutter Speed: 1/33s
ISO: 400
Licensing: Image of a Bowes Museum asset. This image cannot be licensed.