Alexander the Great in His Conquest of Asia

by Marzio di Colantonio

The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore



Question
How has Colantonio used visual composition to communicate the glory of war in Alexander the Great and His Conquest of Asia?
(1 point)
Responses

Colantonio shows exuberant soldiers celebrating their victory.
Colantonio shows exuberant soldiers celebrating their victory.

Colantonio shows powerful Alexander slaying his enemy.
Colantonio shows powerful Alexander slaying his enemy.

Colantonio shows strong soldiers training for battle.
Colantonio shows strong soldiers training for battle.

Colantonio shows eager soldiers with weapons raised in pursuit.
Colantonio shows eager soldiers with weapons raised in pursuit.

1 answer

Colantonio communicates the glory of war in "Alexander the Great and His Conquest of Asia" by depicting the scene of eager soldiers with weapons raised in pursuit. This visual composition conveys a sense of action, determination, and the fervor of victory, emphasizing the zeal and dynamism of Alexander's campaign. The raised weapons symbolize readiness for battle and the relentless spirit of the soldiers, enhancing the overall portrayal of the glory associated with military conquests.