Caesar bewondert Alexander de Grote 1799

"Caesar bewondert Alexander de Grote" (Caesar admires Alexander the Great), an etching by Ludwig Gottlieb Portman, depicts a scene of the Roman emperor Caesar admiring a bust of Alexander the Great. This 1799 work, which resides in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Portman's mastery of detail and his interest in historical figures. The composition highlights Caesar's admiration and the powerful presence of Alexander the Great, represented by the bust. This etching is a testament to the enduring legacy of these historical figures and their influence on art and culture.