Penning van Romeins keizer Flavius Claudius Julianus Apostata by Bernard Picart

Penning van Romeins keizer Flavius Claudius Julianus Apostata 1727

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light pencil work

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pen sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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ink drawing experimentation

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pen-ink sketch

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ink colored

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pen work

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sketchbook drawing

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coin

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sketchbook art

"Penning van Romeins keizer Flavius Claudius Julianus Apostata" is a detailed etching by Bernard Picart from 1727 depicting two sides of a Roman coin. The left side portrays the profile of the Roman emperor Julian the Apostate, adorned with a laurel wreath. On the right, the coin depicts Julian standing next to a seated female figure, likely a personification of Victory. The artwork is a meticulous representation of the coin, highlighting the details of the inscriptions and iconography. This print offers a glimpse into Roman numismatics, showcasing the art of coin design and its historical significance. The print is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.

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