Vrouwen en kinderen zien toe hoe Civilis slag levert met de Romeinen, 69-70 1684

"Vrouwen en kinderen zien toe hoe Civilis slag levert met de Romeinen, 69-70" is an etching by Dutch artist Joseph Mulder, created in 1684. The artwork depicts a scene from the Roman-Germanic Wars, specifically the Battle of the Weser, where the Batavian leader Gaius Julius Civilis faced the Roman legions. Mulder's intricate etching captures the drama of the battle, juxtaposing the chaos of the fighting with the fear and desperation of the women and children who witness it. The composition emphasizes the contrast between the military might of the Romans and the vulnerability of the civilian population, making it a compelling historical narrative. The image is a testament to Mulder's skill as a printmaker and offers a unique perspective on this pivotal moment in Roman history.