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Constantine killing Maxentius in the Battle
Roman Emperor Constantine killing Maxentius in the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, Milan, 312. Painting on the North Side of the Chancel. Handcoloured etching drawn and etched by Thomas Fisher from his Paintings on the Walls of the Chapel of the Trinity, Stratford upon Avon, 1808
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In this hand-colored etching, we witness the pivotal moment of the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, where Emperor Constantine I (r. 306-337 AD) defeated his rival Maxentius (r. 306-312 AD) in Milan, Italy, in 312 AD. The painting, created by Thomas Fisher in 1808, is a stunning representation of the iconic event that marked the end of the civil war and the beginning of Constantine's reign as the sole Roman emperor. The image portrays Constantine, dressed in imperial purple and adorned with a diadem, astride his horse as he charges towards Maxentius, who stands defiantly on the bridge with his soldiers. In the heat of the battle, Constantine is said to have seen a vision of a cross superimposed on the sun, which he interpreted as a divine sign to adopt the Christian faith. With newfound resolve, he raises his hand, displaying the Chi-Rho monogram, the first two Greek letters of the word "Christ," symbolizing his new allegiance. Maxentius, seemingly unaware of the transformation, charges at Constantine with his spear. The lion rampant, a symbol of Maxentius' heraldry, is shown in the background, emphasizing the fierce nature of the confrontation. The red cross on Constantine's shield and banner adds a striking contrast to the scene, signifying his newfound faith and the impending victory. The etching's intricate details and vivid colors bring the historical event to life, transporting us back to the pivotal moment when Constantine's vision on the Milvian Bridge changed the course of Roman history.
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