"Ave Caesar"

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The paper discusses the life of Jean-Leon Gerome a French painter and sculptor who produced many works influenced by historic events. The paper details his life story, his work, his technique and painting style. Several photos of his works are included with the paper.

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"In this mid 19th century portrayal of a gladiatorial scene, Jean-Leon Gerome recreates an event in Roman history that cannot be ignored. The era in which this painting was intended to resemble is that of the ancient Roman Empire in around 264 BC, when the first recorded gladiatorial combats took place.The phrase which dictates the actions of this painting, "Ave Caesar! Morituri te salutant," is translated from Latin as "Hail Caesar! We who are about to die salute you." In ancient Rome, those who participated in the arena battles saluted their emperor as a symbol of their devotion to him as they prepare for the destiny that lay before them."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Ackerman, Gerald M.. Jean-Leon Gerome. Paris: ACR PocheCouleur, 1997.
• Whiteley, Jon: "Gerome, Jean-Leon" Grove Art Online. Oxford University Press, [date accessed], http://www.groveart.com/
• Trapp, Frank. "An Aged Lion Returns: Jean-Leon Gerome." The Burlington Magazine 1973: 347.
• Goldberg, Marcia. "An Allegory of Assassination." The Art Bulletin (1976): 235.
• Futrell, Alison. ""CRUEL AND ACCURATE ANTIQUITY: THE GLADIATORIAL DREAMS OF JEAN-LEON GEROME.(19th century artist)." ." American Journal of Archaeology 105.2 (2001):

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