Allegorische figuren rond het portret van Gaius Julius Caesar 1713

This engraving by Bernard Picart, titled "Allegorische figuren rond het portret van Gaius Julius Caesar" (1713), depicts the Roman general and politician Gaius Julius Caesar surrounded by allegorical figures. The central bust of Caesar is framed by a circular inscription and above him, an angel with outstretched wings blows a trumpet. Below, four figures represent different aspects of Caesar's legacy, while symbols like a sword, anchor and wheel at the bottom allude to his military prowess and power. This work, typical of the Baroque period, uses symbolism and dramatic composition to celebrate a historical figure.