Roman man wearing the panula, and a seated Roman senator
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Roman man wearing the panula, and a seated Roman senator
Roman man wearing the panula, and a seated Roman senator.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages (1796)
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1. Title: "A Roman Senator in State: The Dignity of Power" This handcolored copperplate engraving, taken from Robert von Spalart's Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and of the Middle Ages (1796), offers a captivating glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of ancient Roman society. The image features two prominent figures: a Roman man wearing the panula, and a seated Roman senator. The Roman man, clad in a simple tunic and wearing the panula, stands to the left of the image. The panula, a broad, flat headband, was typically worn by Roman citizens as a symbol of their status and freedom. The man's unadorned appearance underscores the democratic nature of the Roman Republic, where all free men were considered equals under the law. In stark contrast to the Roman man, the seated senator, dressed in the toga virilis and adorned with the latus clavus, exudes an air of authority and power. The toga virilis, a draped garment, was the traditional Roman attire for adult males. The latus clavus, a broad band worn across the chest, signified the senator's high rank and membership in the Roman Senate. The senator's expression and posture convey a sense of wisdom, experience, and gravitas. His right hand rests on a rolled scroll, symbolizing the laws and decrees he has helped shape, while his left hand holds a staff of office, a symbol of his power and authority. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of ancient Rome, showcasing the contrasting roles of the Roman man and the Roman senator, and the balance of power between the people and their elected representatives.
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