De Romeinse veldheer Drusus en de Germaanse wichelaar 1890

"De Romeinse veldheer Drusus en de Germaanse wichelaar" (The Roman General Drusus and the Germanic Sorcerer) is an 1890 oil painting by Charles Rochussen, depicting a dramatic encounter between Roman legions and a powerful Germanic sorcerer. The painting, located in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Rochussen's mastery of historical detail and his ability to capture the raw energy of a confrontation between two worlds. The foreground emphasizes the stark contrast between the disciplined Roman soldiers and the ominous figure of the sorcerer standing alone in the water, arms outstretched. The background depicts a vast landscape, hinting at the vastness of the Germanic territories and the challenges faced by the Roman Empire in its expansion.