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The last fight of the gladiators (litho)
979533 The last fight of the gladiators (litho) by Tennant, C. Dudley (1867-1952) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The last fight of the gladiators. The Christian monk Telemachus intervenes to stop a killing in the arena in 404 AD. He was stoned to death by the crowd for his actions. As a result, the Emperor Honorius banned gladiatorial combat. Illustration for The Pictured Encyclopaedia (Standard Literature Company, c 1920).); © Look and Learn
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The Last Fight of the Gladiators: A Heroic Intervention in Ancient Rome". This black and white lithograph, titled "The Last Fight of the Gladiators" captures a pivotal moment in history. Set in 404 AD, during the height of gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome, it depicts an intense clash between two formidable fighters within a grand amphitheater. However, amidst this brutal spectacle emerges an unexpected hero - Saint Telemachus. A Christian monk driven by his unwavering faith and compassion for human life, he fearlessly steps into the arena to intervene and prevent further bloodshed. The crowd's reaction is one of shock and anger towards this audacious act. Tragically, Telemachus pays the ultimate price for his courageous intervention as he is stoned to death by the enraged spectators. Yet, his selfless sacrifice does not go unnoticed or unheeded. Emperor Honorius witnesses this shocking event and is deeply moved by Telemachus' martyrdom. In response to this profound act of bravery and with reverence for human life, he issues a decree banning gladiatorial combat throughout the Roman Empire. This powerful illustration from "The Pictured Encyclopaedia" serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of darkness and brutality, acts of courage can ignite change. It symbolizes how one individual's unwavering conviction can challenge societal norms and alter history forever. Through Bridgeman Images' meticulous reproduction technique on fine art print paper, viewers are transported back to witness this historic moment firsthand - where conflict meets compassion; where bravery triumphs over violence; where one man's sacrifice reshapes an empire.
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