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Costume of the Candidate for Office in Rome, a folio from L Antique Rome
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Costume of the Candidate for Office in Rome, a folio from L Antique Rome
661096 Costume of the Candidate for Office in Rome, a folio from L Antique Rome, engraved by Labrousse, pub. 1796 (colour litho) by Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, Jacques (1757-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Throwing coins to buy votes. Members of the patrician class.); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22615604
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ancients Bribery Corruption Democracy Democratic Noblemen Officials Patrician Senators Voters Nobles Patricians
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This print captures a fascinating glimpse into the political landscape of ancient Rome. Titled "Costume of the Candidate for Office in Rome" this folio from L'Antique Rome, engraved by Labrousse and published in 1796, showcases an intriguing scene filled with symbolism and intrigue. In this image, we witness members of the patrician class engaging in a corrupt practice known as bribery. The candidate for office is depicted throwing coins to buy votes, highlighting the lengths politicians would go to secure their positions of power. This act reveals not only the desperation but also the inherent flaws within a democratic system that allowed such practices to flourish. The nobles and senators surrounding the candidate are dressed in elaborate costumes befitting their status as high-ranking officials. Their presence emphasizes both their influence over politics and their complicity in perpetuating corruption. Through this illustration, artist Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur offers us a thought-provoking commentary on ancient Roman society's darker aspects. It serves as a reminder that even in democracies like Rome's, where power was supposedly vested in its citizens, manipulation and deceit were prevalent forces shaping political outcomes. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's private collection, we are transported back to an era where politics was rife with intrigue and ambition—a timeless depiction that continues to resonate today amidst our own modern-day struggles with corruption and ethical dilemmas within our democratic systems.
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