Bellona Leading the Armies of the Emperor against the Turks

Jan Muller

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a black-and-white illustration of a woman in a flowing outfit and feathered headpiece leading an army. The woman holds a whip in her right hand and a sword in her left. She stands on a pile of armor and weapons. The background shows a chaotic battle scene with soldiers and a flag bearing a crown and an eagle. The flag is held by a cherub. The woman's attire consists of a short dress and a cape. The dress exposes her midriff. The image shows text at the bottom but it is too small to read. The overall style of the illustration is detailed and ornate. The image conveys a sense of action and intensity.