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Sheet 8: procession of Musicians and others holding standards, from The Triumph of... 1599. Creator: Andreani, Andrea (c. 1540-after 1610)
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Sheet 8: procession of Musicians and others holding standards, from The Triumph of... 1599. Creator: Andreani, Andrea (c. 1540-after 1610)
Sheet 8: procession of Musicians and others holding standards, from The Triumph of Julius Caesar, 1599. Private Collection
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Andreani Mannerism Roman Army School Of Mantua Spqr Triumph 1599 Battle Flag Senatus Populusque Romanus Vexillum
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Andrea Andreani's Sheet 8: Procession of Musicians and Others Holding Standards from The Triumph of Julius Caesar, created in 1599, is a stunning woodcut print that showcases the grandeur and pageantry of the Roman Army during the triumphal procession of Julius Caesar. The image captures a lively procession of musicians, soldiers, and standard-bearers, each adorned in intricate costumes and holding aloft the iconic vexillum or vexilloid, the Roman military flag. Andreani, an Italian artist from the School of Mantua, masterfully employs the Mannerist style in this print, with its elongated figures, dynamic poses, and intricate detail. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, or the contrast between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a visual feast for the eyes. The procession is led by musicians playing various instruments, including trumpets, drums, and a lute. They are followed by soldiers carrying the vexilla, each one distinctly different in design, representing the various legions of the Roman Army. The vexilla are held aloft with great pride and dignity, symbolizing the power and might of the Roman Republic, represented by the acronym SPQR (Senatus Populusque Romanus). The Triumph of Julius Caesar was a significant event in Roman history, marking the military and political triumph of one of Rome's greatest leaders. This woodcut print by Andrea Andreani offers a glimpse into the grandeur and pageantry of the triumphal procession, a testament to the artistic and historical significance of the Roman Empire.
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