Imagines Veteris ac Novi Testamenti a Raphaele
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a chaotic scene on a grand staircase. At the top, a woman leans over a balcony, pouring water into a bowl. Below, a crowd of men in armor rush up the stairs, some carrying shields and spears. A figure in the background stands on a rooftop, arms outstretched. The woman’s calm act contrasts with the frantic soldiers, creating tension. The text at the bottom hints at a biblical story, but the exact scene isn’t clear. Next, look up Aeneas to see how this scene might connect to ancient myths.
