Triumph of Claudius 43AD (1 Viewer)

[katana]

The triumph of the Emperor Claudius to commemorate his subjugation of Britannia in 43 AD. The Emperor rides an Elephant through the Triumphal Arch awarded by the Roman Senate. He is preceded by members of his victorious legions in the procession. The Arch is modeled on the surviving Triumphal Arch of Septimus Severus in Rome/The Roman Temple is a model of the Temple of Minerva based on the ruins in Tunisia. The last photo is the inscription in Latin from the Arch of Claudius; that has been reconstructed from fragments.

The Arch is 20 inches wide and 18 inches high. The Arch is 45 feet high at 1/30 scale. The figures are a combination of The Collectors Showcase 43 AD line, JJD Auxilary Cavalry, Conte and K&C Infantry. The Quadriga Chariot is an Italeri 1/32 kit that works well with the TCS Legate and Centurion. The Elephant is a North African Forest Elephant which the Romans imported at this time from Tunisia.

 

[villagehorse]

Wow, that looks impressive. The buildings really set the scene. Robin.

 

[Horus]

Very nicely done Kat. Well done!

Steve

 

[sapper]

Looks like a Hollywood production which the Romans were masters of. Even the gods are in it as well judging by the heavens above. Nicely done. Regards
Greg.

 

[29 Let's Go]

Yes, like others have said; a well put together scene, you have captured the moment of triumph very well.

Steve

 

[katana]

Thanks for all the kind comments. I really enjoyed researching and building the Triumphal Arch in this project. The size alone was a challenge. Brian's excellent 43 AD figures contributed greatly. The poses were perfect for a triumphal procession.