Pyrrhus Gaius Fabricius Luscinus elephant Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus visits
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Pyrrhus Gaius Fabricius Luscinus elephant Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus visits
Pyrrhus shows Gaius Fabricius Luscinus an elephant, The Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus visits King Pyrrhus for peace negotiations, with whom the Romans were at war. Pyrrhus stands in the middle in the middle next to an old man in a gown and looks annoyed at Gaius Fabritius Luscinus. Phyrrus does everything he can to bribe him, but the Roman consul is not impressed by the elephant who comes into the tent either. Trunked animals: elephant, C. Fabricius refuses the gifts of Pyrrhus, Jacob Folkema (mentioned on object), 1720, paper, etching, h 145 mm × w 83 mm
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Media ID 19548141
© Artokoloro
1720 Elephant Gifts Gown Impressed Jacob Folkema Middle Old Man Peace Negotiations Romans Tent Trunked Animals Bribe Mentioned Pyrrhus
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the Liszt Collection, we witness a significant moment in history as Pyrrhus, the King of Epirus, receives a visit from Roman consul Gaius Fabritius Luscinus. The two leaders meet for peace negotiations amidst the backdrop of an ongoing war between their nations. Pyrrhus stands at the center of attention, flanked by an old man in a gown who seems to hold some significance. His expression reveals annoyance towards Gaius Fabritius Luscinus, perhaps due to the lack of progress in their discussions. In his desperation to win over the Roman consul's favor, Pyrrhus attempts to bribe him with various gifts and gestures. However, it becomes evident that Gaius Fabritius Luscinus remains unimpressed by these offerings. Even when an elephant is brought into the tent as part of Pyrrhus' grand display, it fails to sway the resolute Roman consul. The intricate details captured by Jacob Folkema's etching bring this historical encounter to life on paper. The composition highlights not only the political tension between these powerful figures but also showcases their contrasting personalities and approaches towards diplomacy. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst conflict and negotiation, true resolution requires more than material bribes or extravagant displays. It demands genuine understanding and compromise from both sides involved - something that may prove elusive in this particular meeting between Pyrrhus and Gaius Fabricius Lusciniu
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