Plate 4: Alexander Battling the Persians, from The Deeds of Alexander the Great 1608

"Plate 4: Alexander Battling the Persians" is an etching by Italian artist Antonio Tempesta, created in 1608. The print, part of a series depicting the Deeds of Alexander the Great, depicts a moment of intense battle between Alexander and the Persians, emphasizing the dramatic action of horseback combat. The detailed, expressive lines create a sense of movement and energy, capturing the chaos and ferocity of the scene. This etching is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection in New York.