De Lupercalia en de gevangenneming van Remus 1572 - 1573

This 16th-century engraving by Giovanni Battista Fontana, "De Lupercalia en de gevangenneming van Remus", depicts the capture of Remus. The scene takes place in a wooded landscape, with figures dressed in the style of ancient Rome. The dramatic scene depicts Remus being seized by soldiers, possibly for violating the sacred Lupercalia festival. The engraving is part of a series by Fontana, illustrating the foundation of Rome. This detailed and evocative print demonstrates Fontana's skillful use of line and composition to capture a moment of historical narrative, conveying the intensity of the moment and the tragic fate of Remus.