The image shows a full-length statue of a man on horseback set within an ornate archway. The man is seated on a rearing horse with his head up, appearing to look into the distance. He has curly hair and a beard, wearing classical drapery. The horse is also in a dynamic pose, with its front legs raised and a stylized mane. The background features rich textures and a decorative arch with geometric and floral patterns. An inscription below identifies the figure as the equestrian statue of Constantine the Great at the Vatican.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1704-1742
- Medium
- etching and engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4411 × 6692 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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