Decius Mus vertelt de soldaten over zijn droom 1710 - 1740

"Decius Mus tells the soldiers about his dream" is an etching by Austrian artist Joseph Schmutzer, dated between 1710 and 1740. The scene depicts Roman general Decius Mus recounting a dream to his soldiers before a battle, demonstrating the artist's interest in historical narratives and Roman mythology. The print exemplifies Schmutzer's detailed style, with intricate depiction of the soldiers' armor, the landscape, and even the inscription at the bottom which describes the scene and the commission. This engraving, measuring 530 mm by 425 mm, is a testament to Schmutzer's mastery of the etching technique.