Lucius Aemilius Paullus laat te Amphipolis feesten aanrichten 1677 - 1755

"Lucius Aemilius Paullus laat te Amphipolis feesten aanrichten" is a drawing executed in pen and brown wash by Dutch artist Elias van Nijmegen, created between 1677 and 1755. The artwork depicts a scene of celebration with a Roman general, likely Lucius Aemilius Paullus Macedonicus, seated on a throne as he watches games, possibly gladiatorial combats, in Amphipolis. The scene is filled with details, including figures of men in various poses, musicians, and a column with a statue at the top. The drawing demonstrates van Nijmegen's skill in depicting classical subjects with a sense of drama and realism. The artwork offers a glimpse into the opulence and spectacle of Roman life, as envisioned in the 17th century.