Battle of Zama
1590
fresco
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
1590
fresco
From the collection of Capitoline Museums
Battle of Zama is a 1590 fresco by Pedro de Rubiales, a Mannerism work, held at Capitoline Museums.
This fresco depicts a chaotic battle scene, with soldiers on horseback and on foot, some of whom are injured or dead. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, beige, and green dominating the palette. In the foreground, a group of soldiers are engaged in hand-to-hand combat, while in the background, others are fleeing or tending to the wounded. The overall mood is one of intensity and chaos. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this fresco, you might want to look up Pedro de Rubiales.
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