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A regal figure to the left of the painting sits astride a rearing horse. Trumpets are raised as soldiers advance on a field of troops against a background of rock cliffs.
Alexander the Great in His Conquest of Asia

by Marzio di Colantonio

The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore

How has Colantonio used visual composition to communicate the glory of war in Alexander the Great and His Conquest of Asia?
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Colantonio shows exuberant soldiers celebrating their victory.

Colantonio shows powerful Alexander slaying his enemy.

Colantonio shows strong soldiers training for battle.

Colantonio shows eager soldiers with weapons raised in pursuit.

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Colantonio shows eager soldiers with weapons raised in pursuit.

The rearing horse, raised trumpets, and advancing troops emphasize action and forward momentum—conveying the triumph and glory of conquest rather than training, victory celebration, or a single slaying.