Alexander de Grote wordt aangevallen door Rhoesaces en Spithridates c. 1655 - 1665

Leonaert Bramer's "Alexander de Grote wordt aangevallen door Rhoesaces en Spithridates" is a black chalk drawing depicting a battle scene from the life of Alexander the Great. Created between 1655 and 1665, the artwork captures a moment of chaos and struggle, featuring armored warriors engaged in hand-to-hand combat against a hilly backdrop. Bramer's detailed depiction of the figures and their movements conveys the intensity of the fight, while the use of hatching and shading creates a sense of depth and volume. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Bramer's skill in capturing both the historical and emotional aspects of the event.