The Battle Between Scipio and Hannibal at Zama 1550 - 1578

Cornelis Cort's engraving "The Battle Between Scipio and Hannibal at Zama" depicts the decisive battle between the Roman general Scipio Africanus and the Carthaginian general Hannibal, a pivotal moment in the Second Punic War. The print, created between 1550 and 1578, showcases the chaotic clash of Roman and Carthaginian armies, with elephants, horses, and soldiers intertwined in a whirlwind of combat. Cort's intricate detail and masterful use of light and shadow bring the scene to life, offering a glimpse into the intensity and brutality of ancient warfare.