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The Romans deceived by Julius Civilis' horse into thinking he is dead or wounded
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The Romans deceived by Julius Civilis' horse into thinking he is dead or wounded

Antonio Tempesta · 1611 - 1612 · letterpress printing; etching; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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The Romans think Julius Civilis is wounded or dead because they see his horse. Julius Civilis lies on the ground. Behind him, the Batavians fight the Romans. Inscription in Dutch and Latin.

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printbattlethe soldierthe soldier's lifeBataafse Opstand
Credit lineDe Romeinen door Julius Civilis' paard misleid dat hij dood of gewond is. 1611 - 1612. Antonio Tempesta. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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