Domitianus, from "Twelve Caesars on Horseback" 1560 - 1592

This engraving by Abraham de Bruyn, part of the series "Twelve Caesars on Horseback", depicts the Roman Emperor Domitian on horseback. Created between 1560 and 1592, the artwork uses a detailed and realistic style to represent the emperor's equestrian portrait. The detailed depiction of the horse's anatomy and Domitian's armor, coupled with the inscription "DOMITIANVS," highlights the historical and biographical aspects of the subject. This print, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the artist's expertise in engraving and the artistic interest in historical figures during the Renaissance.