Battle of the Romans with Pyrrhus

Battle of the Romans with Pyrrhus

Antonio Lafréry

1525

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This print shows a chaotic battle scene with lots of people, horses, and elephants tangled together. Soldiers in armor clash in the foreground, while figures on rooftops watch from above. The ground is packed with fallen bodies, weapons, and animals—some elephants are trampled or charging. In the background, ships and a city wall add to the sense of war. The artist used fine lines to pack in every detail, making the scene feel crowded and dramatic. This isn’t a painting but a print, meaning it was copied from another artist’s work. Look up Renaissance next to see how this style shaped art.

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