"The Twelve Caesars" by Raffaello Schiaminossi: Roman Emperors in 17th Century Engraving
A series of exquisite etchings depicting Roman emperors from Julius Caesar to Domitian. Based on the biographies of Suetonius and inspired by the compositions of Antonio Tempesta, this work combines the precision of classical iconography with the expressive technique of early Baroque. Schiaminossi's engravings impress with their masterful use of chiaroscuro and attention to detail, conveying the grandeur, character, and symbolic power of the rulers of ancient Rome.
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Julius Caesar looking to the right
Octavian in profile turned to the left
Tiberius turned to the right
Caligula (Gaius) in profile looking to the left
Tiberius Claudius in profile turned to the right
Nero slightly turned to the left
Servius Galba in profile turned to the right
Othon in profile looking to the left
Aulus Vitellius slightly turned to the left
Vespasian slightly turned to the left
Titus Vespasian looking to the right
Domitian in profile turned to the right