Caesar's forces attempt to land on the beach of Dover. Coloured etching by John Leech.

  • Leech, John, 1817-1864.
Date:
[1840?/1850]
Reference:
588784i
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Description

The Romans approach the Celts in organised rows with their shields raised compared to the Celts who are disorganised and boorish in their approach, some lying drunk in the water. Caesar stands on left of centre with a large plumed hat, his sword and staff raised

Publication/Creation

[Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified], [1840?/1850]

Physical description

1 print : etching, with watercolour ; image 10.6 x 15.2 cm

Lettering

Landing of Julius Caesar

Reference

Wellcome Collection 588784i

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