caption: The image shows a painting of a man with a beard and a woman in a white dress, both of whom appear to be in a state of distress. The painting is believed to be from Pompeii, Italy, and is likely depicting the death of St. John the Baptist. The man is wearing a white robe and has a solemn expression on his face, while the woman is looking away from him with a concerned expression. The background of the painting is a deep blue, and the figures are surrounded by a golden halo, giving the painting a sense of solemnity and reverence.