Home > Arts > Artists > R > Roman Roman
Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702505 Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coloured engraving by Heinrich Leutemann (1824-1905) - Bilder aus dem Altertume (Pictures from Antiquity) 1866); Stefano Bianchetti
Media ID 25459146
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
Angst Anguish Antiquit And Xe9 Anxiety Arena Arene Audiance Bianchetti Combattimento Dicianovesimo Secolo Empire Romain Fouet Fuoco Gladiateur Gladiator Histoire Impero Romano Incisione Obedience Ottocento Paura Periodo Antico Peur Reconstitution Replica Riproduzione Roma Antica Romanum Imperium Rome Antique Spectateur Spettatore Storia Storia Antica Violenza Whip Fear Gravure
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Roman Roman
> Europe
> Italy
> Lazio
> Rome
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Heinrich Leutemann
> Fine Art Finder
> Schools
> American School
> Fine Art Finder
> Temp Classification
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Roman Empire
> Ancient Rome
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Roman Empire
> Gladiators
> Historic
> Ancient civilizations
> Roman Empire
> Roman art
EDITORS COMMENTS
This coloured engraving, titled "Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight" takes us back to the grandeur and brutality of the Roman Empire. Created by Heinrich Leutemann in 1866, this piece is part of his renowned series "Pictures from Antiquity". The image transports us to a bustling arena where an intense battle unfolds before our eyes. Amidst the crowd's anticipation and violence that permeates the air, we witness a gladiator who appears gripped by fear and anguish. His body language betrays his inner turmoil as he hesitates in combat. Leutemann's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of this exquisite engraving. The vibrant colors bring life to each element - from the flickering fire illuminating the scene to the menacing whip held tightly by another gladiator nearby. As spectators, we are drawn into this historical reconstitution with bated breath. We can almost feel our hearts racing alongside those witnessing this spectacle centuries ago. The artist skillfully captures not only physical action but also emotions such as obedience, anxiety, and even cowardice. Stefano Bianchetti's contribution adds depth to Leutemann's work through its reproduction and preservation within private collections. This print serves as a powerful reminder of Ancient Rome's legacy - a time when bravery clashed with fear on blood-stained sands for entertainment and glory.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
