Julius Civilis zweert tegen de Romeinen 1840 - 1843

Michel Mourot's "Julius Civilis zweert tegen de Romeinen," a lithograph created between 1840 and 1843, depicts the dramatic moment when the Batavian leader Julius Civilis swears an oath of resistance against the Roman Empire. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the intensity of this historical event with a dynamic composition. The central figure of Civilis, holding a sword and surrounded by his followers, embodies defiance and determination. The scene is rendered in a realistic style, highlighting the emotional tension and physicality of the event. The lithograph serves as a powerful reminder of the fierce resistance that the Batavians offered against Roman rule.