ACADEMY (Académies): Edward John Poynter – UK – “Catapulta” – 1868

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NAME: Catapulta; this is a historical painting and a sub-genre of art called Roman Spectaculars. Normally used by American or English painters. 

DETAILS OF THE PAINTING:

Depicts the use of the Catapulta. The work shows the use of the weapon in battle during the late Republican period of ancient Roman history.