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Roman soldiers looting a conquered city (coloured engraving)
3630135 Roman soldiers looting a conquered city (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman soldiers looting a conquered city. Illustration from Bilder aus dem Alterthume (Braun & Schneider, Munich, 19th Century).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23637100
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Captives Conquered Conquest Despair Horror Looting Munchener Bilderbogen Pleading Plundering Prisoners Sack Sacking Spoils Of War Stealing Treasure Bodies
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Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs featuring the captivating image of Roman soldiers looting a conquered city, as depicted in this vividly colored engraving by Heinrich Leutemann. This fine art masterpiece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection adds an air of ancient grandeur to your daily routine, making each sip a journey through time. Perfect for history enthusiasts or as a unique gift, our Photo Mugs are designed to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of the original artwork, ensuring a stunning visual experience. Cheers to the past!
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This coloured engraving by Heinrich Leutemann depicts a scene of Roman soldiers looting a conquered city. The chaos and devastation are palpable as the soldiers ruthlessly plunder the streets, seizing treasures and spoils of war. The artist's attention to detail brings this ancient moment to life, showcasing the horror and despair that accompanies such conquests. The composition offers a glimpse into the brutality of warfare during the Roman Empire. Women can be seen pleading for mercy while prisoners are held captive amidst piles of stolen goods. The bodies strewn across the scene serve as a grim reminder of the cost paid in lives during these military campaigns. Leutemann's work not only serves as an artistic representation but also holds educational value, providing viewers with insight into ancient history. It is part of his collection "Bilder aus dem Alterthume" (Images from Antiquity), published in Munich during the 19th century. As we observe this print, we cannot help but feel both awe and shock at witnessing such destruction unfold before our eyes. It reminds us of humanity's capacity for violence and conquest throughout history, urging us to reflect on its consequences. This powerful image captures an important aspect of Roman civilization - their military might - while simultaneously serving as a cautionary tale about unchecked power and its impact on conquered peoples.
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