Romulidae spreti ludi connaubia quaerunt dum cadit in quasuis rapta Sabina manus 16th-17th century

This print by Cherubino Alberti, an Italian artist working in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, depicts a scene from Roman mythology. The print depicts the abduction of the Sabine women. The inscription below the image, "Romulidae fproti luds connubia quaerunt Dum cadit in quafurs rapta Sabina man," translates to "The Romans seek marriage in a mock battle, while the Sabine women fall into the hands of the captors." Alberti's use of strong lines and dramatic shading create a sense of movement and excitement, effectively capturing the tumultuous event. The print is a fine example of Baroque art, and its depiction of the Rape of the Sabine Women is a popular theme in art history.