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Plate 17: The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse to Believe that He was Dead or Injured
Plate 17: The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse to Believe that He was Dead or Injured, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611
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Plate 17: The Romans Misled by Civilis Horse to Believe that He was Dead or Injured This black and white etching, created in the 17th century by Antonio Tempesta, transports us back to ancient Rome during the Batavian Rebellion. The print is part of a series called "The War of the Romans Against the Batavians" which depicts various scenes from this historical conflict. In Plate 17, we witness an intriguing moment where Gaius Julius Civilis cunningly misleads his Roman adversaries. A wounded or seemingly deceased horse lies on the ground as Roman soldiers surround it, believing their enemy to be injured or dead. However, unbeknownst to them, Civilis cleverly uses this ruse to deceive and outmaneuver his foes. Tempesta's meticulous attention to detail brings this scene to life. The fortifications of a castle loom in the background while soldiers anxiously observe the unfolding events. Through skillful shading and intricate linework, Tempesta captures both the tension and confusion that permeate this critical juncture of war. This print not only showcases Tempesta's artistic prowess but also serves as a valuable historical document. It offers us a glimpse into one of Rome's lesser-known conflicts with Germanic tribes and sheds light on strategies employed during ancient warfare. Now housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this etching stands as a testament to Antonio Tempesta's talent for capturing
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