Allocution of a Roman Emperor

Artist: Giovanni Lanfranco
Artwork: Allocution of a Roman Emperor
Description: The painting depicts a Roman emperor, possibly Augustus, addressing his troops. He is shown standing on a platform, with a group of soldiers and civilians gathered around him. The emperor is wearing a military cloak and a laurel wreath, and he is holding a staff in his right hand. He is gesturing with his left hand, and his face is turned to the right. The soldiers are listening attentively to the emperor’s speech, and some of them are holding their shields and spears. The civilians are also listening attentively, and some of them are holding their hands up to their mouths in surprise or awe. The painting is set in a large, open space, with a city in the background.
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