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Hannibal makes defeated Romans fight each other, illustration from Venationes
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Hannibal makes defeated Romans fight each other, illustration from Venationes
746957 Hannibal makes defeated Romans fight each other, illustration from Venationes, Ferarum, Avium, Piscium (Of Hunting: Wild Beasts, Birds, Fish), engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628), pub. by Phillipus Gallaeus, Amsterdam (engraving)
by Straet, Jan van der (Joannes Stradanus) (1523-1605); Private Collection; (add.info.: Equile seu speculum equorum, in quo omnis generis generosissimorum equorum ex variis orbis partibus insignis delectus. Ad vivum omnes delinead a... Stradano.
Engravings: A. Collaert, H. Wierix, H. Goltzius, C. de Mallery, C. Galle, T. Galle, J. Collaert.); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23165954
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Arena Audience Blood Sports Carthaginian Carthaginians Dead Bodies Elephant Elephants Gladiator Gladiators Hannibal Romans Spectator Wild Animals
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This print, titled "Hannibal makes defeated Romans fight each other" takes us back to the blood-soaked arenas of ancient Rome. Illustrated by Jan Collaert and engraved by Jan van der Straet, this 17th-century artwork depicts a scene of intense conflict and entertainment. In the center of the composition stands Hannibal, the Carthaginian general known for his strategic brilliance. With an air of authority, he commands his defeated Roman captives to engage in a brutal spectacle - fighting each other to their demise. The crowd surrounding them eagerly watches as soldiers clash with swords and shields while wild animals roam freely. The atmosphere is charged with tension as spectators witness this gruesome display unfold before their eyes. Dead bodies litter the ground, serving as a chilling reminder of the consequences faced by those who dare defy Hannibal's command. The illustration captures not only the ferocity of battle but also highlights themes such as power dynamics and human nature's darker side. It serves as a stark reminder that even in times long past, humans were drawn to spectacles that showcased violence and dominance. Through this print, we are transported back in time to witness an era where blood sports reigned supreme and audiences reveled in witnessing gladiators pitted against both man and beast. It is a haunting image that invites contemplation on our own fascination with violence throughout history.
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