Commodus by domenicododaro

Commodus

Another from my photowalk in the Museo Nazionale Romano with Junko @jyokota. This gentleman has been made famous by Director Ridley Scott in "the Gladiator". He is Emperor Commodus, he was so fond of gladiator games that he himself wanted to fight (and we may imagine, often cheated to win), but the last time he didn't do very well and his adversary won... Judging from his face, he looked quite a debauched!
He certainly does look debauched. Great pov and lighting.
April 26th, 2018  
Love the story and the image.
April 26th, 2018  
He does look a tad queasy.
April 26th, 2018  
@golftragic Doesn't he? The display in this museum is fantabulous!
@sarasotab Thank you, Robert! Re-reading the narrative, I admit I should be ashamed of the poor use of the English language, but the story is powerful!
@joysabin I am in awe of the sculptor, who was able to reproduce the expression of disgust for anything and anyone except himself!
April 26th, 2018  
His face really is the mirror of the soul, isn't it?
April 26th, 2018  
@allie912 Indeed, and incredibly portrayed by the sculptor! Thank you for your comment!
April 26th, 2018  
He looks like a smug rich f*ck.
April 29th, 2018  
@blueberry1222 hahaha he was, as a matter of fact!
April 29th, 2018  
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