This neoclassical masterpiece captures the stoic philosopher Seneca in the final moments of his life, surrounded by disciples and mourners. Rendered with classical precision, Jacques-Louis David emphasizes the moral gravity and emotional intensity of the scene through dramatic lighting, rich drapery, and idealized anatomy. The figures are arranged with theatrical clarity, conveying both individual grief and collective reverence. The artwork's balanced composition and architectural backdrop heighten the solemnity, echoing the heroic sacrifice of ancient Rome and the Enlightenment ideals of virtue and reason.