Tarpeia geplet door Sabijnse soldaten 1572 - 1573

"Tarpeia geplet door Sabijnse soldaten" is an etching created by Giovanni Battista Fontana between 1572 and 1573. The artwork depicts the Roman legend of Tarpeia, a woman who betrayed the city of Rome by opening the gates to the Sabine enemy, and was crushed to death by the Sabines as a consequence. Fontana, known for his detailed engravings, captures the dramatic moment of Tarpeia's demise with meticulous detail. This piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artist's skill and a powerful reminder of the ancient Roman world.