Personification of Rome

About this work

This print shows a strong, seated woman with a crown of leaves and a shield. She’s holding a spear and looks powerful. Behind her is a fancy archway with ornate patterns, and a winged figure hovers above, offering her a wreath. The woman’s pose and the wreath suggest she might symbolize a city or idea. The word "ROMA" at the bottom hints it’s meant to represent Rome itself. Next, check out etching to see how artists like Hopfer made detailed prints like this.