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Battle between Gladiators, detail of a gladiator fighting and a victorious gladiator, 320 AD (mosaic)
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Battle between Gladiators, detail of a gladiator fighting and a victorious gladiator, 320 AD (mosaic)
ALI177910 Battle between Gladiators, detail of a gladiator fighting and a victorious gladiator, 320 AD (mosaic) by Roman, (4th century AD); Galleria Borghese, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: un gladiateur combattant et un gladiateur victorieux; ); Alinari
Media ID 25529914
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This print captures a dramatic moment from ancient Roman history - the Battle between Gladiators. The detailed mosaic, dating back to 320 AD, showcases the intense clash between two gladiators in an arena. In this particular scene, we witness a gladiator fighting for his life against a formidable opponent. The tension is palpable as both warriors engage in combat with swords and daggers. Every muscle strain and drop of sweat is vividly portrayed, highlighting the brutality of these spectacles. The victorious gladiator stands tall amidst the chaos, triumphant over his fallen adversary. His expression reveals a mix of exhaustion and pride after emerging victorious from this brutal confrontation. This artwork offers us a glimpse into the world of entertainment during ancient Rome where such battles were considered thrilling sport. However, it also reminds us of the barbaric nature underlying these events - lives sacrificed for public amusement. Displayed at Galleria Borghese in Rome, Italy, this mosaic serves as a powerful reminder of our human fascination with conflict and our capacity for cruelty throughout history. As we contemplate this image captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, let us reflect on how far society has come since those times while acknowledging that echoes of such primal confrontations still resonate within our modern world.
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