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Emperor Theodosius I Throws Himself on His Knees Before Ambrose
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Emperor Theodosius I Throws Himself on His Knees Before Ambrose

Reinier Vinkeles (I) · 1804 · etching; engraving; paper

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

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In 390, in a church, Emperor Theodosius I kneels before Bishop Ambrose to ask forgiveness for his sins. His crown lies on the ground before him. Behind Theodosius, three others kneel.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
printSint Ambrosiusruler, sovereignkneeling figureone person praying
Credit lineKeizer Theodosius I werpt zich op zijn knieën voor Ambrosius. 1804. Reinier Vinkeles (I). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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