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The Battle of Alexander. The victory of Alexander III of Macedonian said the Great
LSE4315117 The Battle of Alexander. The victory of Alexander III of Macedonian said the Great (356-323 BC) over Darius III Codoman (around 380-330 BC), king of Persians to Issos (near present-day Iskenderun, Turkey) in 333 BC. Painting by Albrecht Altdorfer (1480-1538), 1529. German Art, 16th century, Renaissance. Munich, Alte Pinakothek (Germany). by Altdorfer, Albrecht (c.1480-1538); Alte Pinakothek, Munich, Germany; (add.info.: The Battle of Alexander. The victory of Alexander III of Macedonian said the Great (356-323 BC) over Darius III Codoman (around 380-330 BC), king of Persians to Issos (near present-day Iskenderun, Turkey) in 333 BC. Painting by Albrecht Altdorfer (1480-1538), 1529. German Art, 16th century, Renaissance. Munich, Alte Pinakothek (Germany).); Photo eLeonard de Selva; German, out of copyright
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This print showcases Albrecht Altdorfer's masterpiece, "The Battle of Alexander". Painted in 1529 during the Renaissance period, this German artwork depicts the historic victory of Alexander III of Macedon, famously known as Alexander the Great. The battle took place in 333 BC near present-day Iskenderun, Turkey. In this intense scene, we witness a clash between two powerful forces: Alexander's army and Darius III Codoman's Persian troops. The painting captures the chaos and ferocity of combat with meticulous detail. Altdorfer skillfully portrays the vastness of the battlefield and emphasizes both armies' sheer numbers. As our eyes wander through this remarkable piece, we can almost feel ourselves being drawn into history itself. The artist transports us back to ancient times when empires clashed for dominance over vast territories. "The Battle of Alexander" is not merely a depiction of war; it also serves as a testament to human ambition and conquest. It symbolizes Alexander's relentless pursuit for greatness and his unwavering determination to expand his empire. Displayed at Munich's renowned Alte Pinakothek museum in Germany, this painting stands as an enduring reminder of humanity's thirst for power throughout different eras. Its presence evokes awe and admiration while reminding us that history is shaped by those who dare to dream big and conquer against all odds.
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