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Sculpture - Bas-relief of Marcus Aurelius granting peace to the Germans, from his Arch, now in the Palazzo de' Conservatori on the Capitol

John Henry Parker

1867

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Sculpture - Bas-relief of Marcus Aurelius granting peace to the Germans, from his Arch, now in the Palazzo de' Conservatori on the Capitol is a 1867 photographic by John Henry Parker, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: John Henry Parker
When & what style?: 1867 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a raised relief sculpture showing a group of men in ancient Roman armor. One man stands tall, holding a spear and a flag, while another kneels in front of him, reaching out. The scene looks dramatic, with some figures wrapped in cloaks and others gripping weapons. In the background, trees and more figures add depth to the carving. The photo captures a moment of interaction between a leader and a defeated enemy, suggesting a theme of peace. This work was made as a copy of an old Roman arch relief, but the artist simplified some details. Look up the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more original and copied sculptures like this.