Landing van Scipio Africanus bij Carthago c. 1555

Michiel Coxie's "Landing van Scipio Africanus bij Carthago" depicts the arrival of the Roman general Scipio Africanus in Carthage, a crucial event in the Punic Wars. This monumental work, painted around 1555, showcases Coxie's mastery of detail and his ability to capture the drama of a historical scene. The painting showcases Scipio and his men in a landing boat, emphasizing the power and authority of the Roman Empire. The dramatic composition and vibrant colors make this artwork a masterpiece of 16th-century Flemish painting.