Prigioniero Collection

Ancient Rome: A triumphal procession in roman forum, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702512 Ancient Rome: A triumphal procession in roman forum, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ancient Rome: Captured enemies are harnessed, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702516 Ancient Rome: Captured enemies are harnessed, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Roger delivrant Angelique Angelique (Angelica) is liberated by Roger (Ruggero
LRI4607233 Roger delivrant Angelique Angelique (Angelica) is liberated by Roger (Ruggero, Ruggiero) rides on a hippoclaw - Illustration of the X Song of " Furious Roland" (Orlando furioso)

Joan of Arc Interrogated
XEE556992 Joan of Arc Interrogated. by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cardinal Henry Beaufort, Bishop of Winchester, interrogates Joan of Arc)

Joan of Arc is taken prisoner on May 23rd 1430 and is handed over to the English at
XEE556990 Joan of Arc is taken prisoner on May 23rd 1430 and is handed over to the English at Compiegne. by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97); Private Collection; (add.info)

Assyrian: Reception of a victorious general, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702569 Assyrian: Reception of a victorious general, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Angelica is liberated by Roger (Ruggero, Ruggiero) rides on a hippoclaw
LRI4578556 Angelica is liberated by Roger (Ruggero, Ruggiero) rides on a hippoclaw (from Orlando furioso by Ludovico Ariosto) - oil on canvas, 18th century by Ingres

Ancient Rome: The pillaging of a captured city, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702510 Ancient Rome: The pillaging of a captured city, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Inferno, Canto 33 : Ugolino (Ugolin della Gherardesca) in the cell with his four dead
GIA745679 Inferno, Canto 33 : Ugolino (Ugolin della Gherardesca) in the cell with his four dead sons, illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri

Inferno, Canto 33 : Gaddo dies before his fathers eyes (Ugolin (Ugolino
GIA745678 Inferno, Canto 33 : Gaddo dies before his fathers eyes (Ugolin (Ugolino) della Gherardesca), illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri

Ecce Homo, Christ presented to the People. (oil on panel, 1518-1520)
LRI4608972 Ecce Homo, Christ presented to the People. (oil on panel, 1518-1520) by Massys or Metsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530); Prado, Madrid

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"Captivity and Liberation: A Glimpse into the World of Prigioniero" In ancient Rome, captured enemies were not only subdued but also harnessed, their freedom stripped away. The triumphal processions in the Roman Forum showcased the might and power of the conquerors, while reminding the prisoners of their defeat. However, history tells us that liberation can come even in the darkest moments. Roger's valiant act of delivering Angelique from her reclusion serves as a reminder that torment is not always necessary for those guilty of crimes. Imprisonment alone can be punishment enough. The silhouette of a prisoner chained depicts both confinement and despair. Yet, if it is a criminal who awaits his fate, death may come swiftly to end his suffering. Such was the brutal reality depicted in aquatints from early 19th century. Security measures are often deemed necessary to protect society; however, when they become as barbaric as the crime itself, questions arise about justice and humanity. The engraving portraying a prisoner sitting helplessly in chains raises such concerns. Even renowned figures like General Marius could find themselves at mercy's edge when fleeing from powerful adversaries like Sulla. In Minturnae, he was captured but spared execution by foreign slaves who dared not harm him. Ancient Egypt too had its share of cruel punishments - prisoners brought before Pharaoh Ramses II faced having their hands severed as an act of victory over them. Lastly, we remember Joan of Arc interrogated during her trial - a symbol of courage amidst adversity. Her unwavering spirit challenged those who sought to confine her within prison walls. These glimpses into various periods remind us that captivity and liberation have been intertwined throughout history – sometimes marked by cruelty or mercy – reflecting both our capacity for oppression and our potential for compassion.