Slag bij de Milvische brug (linker blad)
1683
Medium
etching
Dimensions
685; 430
About this artwork
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Art Historical Context
Behold the dramatic *Slag bij de Milvis brug (linker blad)*, or "Battle of the Milvian (left panel)," an etching by Italian artist Pietro Aquila from 1683. This-scale print, measuring 685 mm high by 430 mm wide, captures a pivotal moment from ancient Roman history: Emperor Constantine's decisive victory over Maxentius October 28, 312 AD, near Rome. As the left panel of what was likely a multi-sheet composition it immerses viewers in the chaos of battle, with clashing soldiers, rearing horses, and the iconic arched bridge over the Tiber River. The Battle of the Milvian Bridge holds immense his...
About the Artist
Pietro Aquila · 1592–1692
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