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Mithradates VI Eupator of Pontus, 1782 (engraving)
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Mithradates VI Eupator of Pontus, 1782 (engraving)
7235612 Mithradates VI Eupator of Pontus, 1782 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mithridates or Mithradates VI Eupator, 135-63 BC, ruler of the Hellenistic Kingdom of Pontus. Mithridates the Great, the Poison King or Mitridathes. Copperplate engraving by Pieter Bodart (1676-1712) from Henricus Spoors Deorum et Heroum, Virorum et Mulierum Illustrium Imagines Antiquae Illustatae, Gods and Heroes, Men and Women, Illustrated with Antique Images, Petrum, Amsterdam, 1715. First published as Favissae utriusque antiquitatis tam Romanae quam Graecae in 1707. Henricus Spoor was a Dutch physician, classical scholar, poet and writer, fl. 1694-1716.); © Florilegius
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This engraving depicts Mithradates VI Eupator of Pontus, a powerful ruler of the Hellenistic Kingdom of Pontus during the 1st and 2nd centuries BC. Known as Mithridates the Great or the Poison King, he was a figure of great intrigue and influence in ancient Greece. The detailed engraving by Pieter Bodart beautifully captures the regal essence of this historical figure. Mithradates is portrayed with an air of authority and wisdom, his gaze fixed ahead with determination. The artist's skillful use of shading adds depth to his features, emphasizing the strength and resilience that defined him as a leader. The image transports us back to the early 18th century when this engraving was first published in Henricus Spoors' collection "Deorum et Heroum". It serves as a testament to both Mithradates' enduring legacy and the artistic talent that immortalized him through time. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are reminded of the rich history that lies within ancient Greece. Mithradates VI Eupator stands before us as a symbol not only of royalty but also as an embodiment of power, ambition, and strategic prowess. This portrait allows us to connect with an era long past while appreciating its significance in shaping our world today.
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