The historic town of Nijmegen, with its medieval fortifications, was a popular subject with Dutch artists. The citadel known as the Valkhof had a strong patriotic appeal as the stronghold of Claudius Civilis, the ancient hero who led the Batavians in revolt against the Romans. This 1st-century uprising invited comparison with the successful Dutch rebellion against Spain. [...
Size:
19-1/4 x 29 in.
Medium:
Oil on panel
Credit:
Public Domain, Courtesy of the Indianapolis Museum of Art
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