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Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. Artist: John Leech
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Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]
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The print titled "Metius aggravating Titus Manlius, 1852" captures a comical confrontation in ancient Rome. Created by artist John Leech for the book "The Comic History of Rome" by Gilbert A A Beckett, this engraving transports us to the Republic era of Italy. In this humorous scene, we witness soldiers on horseback engaging in a taunting exchange. Set against the backdrop of an ancient Roman city, one soldier named Metius is seen aggravating his fellow soldier Titus Manlius Torquatus. With shield in hand and a mischievous grin on his face, Metius playfully teases Titus while riding his horse. The concept behind this cartoon-like depiction is to provide amusement through satire. John Leech's skillful use of monochrome adds depth to the scene as it highlights the details of each character and their expressions. The print not only serves as a source of entertainment but also offers insight into the social dynamics and lighthearted moments that could have occurred during war times in ancient Rome. As we observe this artwork from 1852, we are reminded that humor has always been an integral part of human history regardless of time or location. This print invites us to appreciate the lighter side even within serious historical contexts such as ancient Rome.
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