Vier voorstellingen uit de klassieke geschiedenis 1722 - 1784

This etching, titled "Vier voorstellingen uit de klassieke geschiedenis," is a set of four scenes depicting events from Roman history by Dutch artist Simon Fokke. The scenes are: "Thermopylae ep last - van Crisius gedood", "Paus fleegt Spaens voor Crassers", "Aftogt der tein duizend Grieken", and "Soldaten in de genagenus verloren". Created between 1722 and 1784, the prints are part of a larger series of historical scenes and are now in the Rijksmuseum. Each scene, intricately detailed, offers a visual narrative of key moments in Roman history, capturing the drama and intensity of the events. The etching style allows for a sense of movement and depth, bringing the historical figures to life.