Portrait Of The Roman Emperor Otho (32–69 Ad), 17th Century
Portrait of the Roman Emperor Otho (32–69 AD), 17th century
Follower of Titian (1488–1576)
Large portrait of Emperor Otho, from the 17th-century Italian school, oil on canvas. A profile study of the young emperor, based on Titian’s lost portrait, originally painted as part of a series of Roman emperors and now known only through copies and engravings. Marcus Salvius Otho became emperor in 69 AD, during the rebellions of Vitellius. At the Battle of Bedriacum, after suffering heavy losses, he committed suicide while uttering the famous phrase: “It is far more just to lose one for all than many for one.” Presented in a beautiful antique gilded frame.
Dimensions: 81 x 71 cm
Follower of Titian (1488–1576)
Large portrait of Emperor Otho, from the 17th-century Italian school, oil on canvas. A profile study of the young emperor, based on Titian’s lost portrait, originally painted as part of a series of Roman emperors and now known only through copies and engravings. Marcus Salvius Otho became emperor in 69 AD, during the rebellions of Vitellius. At the Battle of Bedriacum, after suffering heavy losses, he committed suicide while uttering the famous phrase: “It is far more just to lose one for all than many for one.” Presented in a beautiful antique gilded frame.
Dimensions: 81 x 71 cm
3 000 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Good condition
Length: 81cm
Width: 71cm
Reference (ID): 1788028
Availability: In stock
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