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Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena (litho)

Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena (litho)


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Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena (litho)

7172600 Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena (litho) by Skipworth, Frank Markham (1854-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena. Illustration from Im Wandel der Jahrtausende, by Albrecht Wirth (Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart, Berlin, Leipzig, c1910).); © Look and Learn

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Antic Rome Arena Cruelty Defeat Defeated Frock Gladiateur Gladiator Gladiatorial Gladiators Latium Saree Sarees Spectating Spectator Viewer 1910 1919 Antiquit Deaths Mortality Summer Clothes


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This lithograph captures a powerful moment in ancient Roman history. Titled "Women giving the signal for death of a defeated gladiator in the Roman arena, " this print by Frank Markham Skipworth transports us back to the brutal world of gladiatorial combat. The scene depicts a group of women, dressed in elegant attire, standing at the edge of the arena. With solemn expressions on their faces, they hold up their hands and give the signal for the death of a defeated gladiator. The atmosphere is tense as spectators watch from above, witnessing this grim spectacle. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable - every fold in their dresses and every expression on their faces tells a story. This illustration was originally featured in Albrecht Wirth's book "Im Wandel der Jahrtausende" (In the Changing Millennia), published around 1910. Through this image, we are reminded of both the cruelty and fascination that surrounded gladiatorial games during ancient Rome. It serves as a poignant reminder of how different societies throughout history have grappled with questions surrounding power, entertainment, and morality. As we gaze upon this lithograph today, it prompts us to reflect on our own values and attitudes towards violence and spectacle. It also reminds us that art has always played an important role in capturing moments from our past and preserving them for future generations to contemplate.

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