The Trophy of Constantine, with Victory at left crowning the emperor with a laurel, behind them a bounty of arms, armor, prisoners, and Maxentius' head on a stick 1645 - 1673

This anonymous 17th-century etching, *The Trophy of Constantine*, depicts the Roman emperor Constantine I, crowned by the personified figure of Victory. The artwork celebrates Constantine’s triumph over the Roman emperor Maxentius, with his head displayed on a spike at the bottom of the composition. This elaborate visual celebration is filled with emblems of the Roman Empire, including standards, armor, and the symbolic presence of the Roman eagle. This artwork is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, and its detailed composition and historical context make it a compelling piece for art enthusiasts and historians alike.