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"Caesar paused on the banks of the Rubicon"(litho)
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"Caesar paused on the banks of the Rubicon"(litho)
6025354 " Caesar paused on the banks of the Rubicon" (litho) by Synge, Edward Millington (1860-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Caesar paused on the banks of the Rubicon." Illustration for On the Shores of the Great Sea by M B Synge (William Blackwood, 1904).); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph titled "Caesar paused on the banks of the Rubicon" by Edward Millington Synge takes us back in time to a significant moment in history. The image depicts Julius Caesar, one of Rome's most renowned leaders, standing at the edge of the Rubicon River. His contemplative pose suggests that he is weighing his options before making a fateful decision. The Rubicon River holds great symbolic importance as it marked the boundary between Gaul and Italy. By crossing this river with his army in 49 BCE, Caesar would be defying Roman law and initiating a civil war against Pompey and the Senate. This act became synonymous with taking an irreversible step or making a bold move. Synge's lithograph beautifully captures both the tension and significance of this historical event. The artist skillfully portrays Caesar against a backdrop of lush greenery, emphasizing nature's tranquility contrasting with the impending chaos caused by his actions. This artwork was originally created as an illustration for M. B Synge's book "On the Shores of Great Sea" published in 1904. It serves as a visual representation that brings history to life, allowing viewers to imagine themselves witnessing this pivotal moment firsthand. Through its intricate details and evocative composition, this lithograph invites us to reflect upon moments when we stand at our own metaphorical Rubicons – those critical junctures where decisions can alter destinies forever.
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