The Domitian – Presenting the Domitian, a newly discovered work of art signed L da Vinci. Researching the connection between a painting portraying the Roman emperor Domitian and Leonardo da Vinci.

The latest: A very exciting news! The painting is very likely the original Domitian and not a copy, according to an art expert.

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The Domitian

Oil on canvas, lined, depicting the Roman emperor Domitian. 52 ½ x 40 ½ in, 133 x 102.5 cm. The painting is signed ”L da Vinci” with the underlined letters ”Pinxt” directly below. ”DOMITIANO.IM.XII” is inscribed in the top-right corner and a partial inscription/mark is located in the lower-left corner.

Signature: The photo was taken in very bright light. Hue, saturation, brightness and contrast have been modified to enhance the letters.

After restoration, preliminary image.

Before restoration. Photo: Helena Christerdotter.

Presenting the Domitian, a newly discovered work of art signed L da Vinci. Researching the connection between a painting portraying the Roman emperor Domitian and Leonardo da Vinci, Titian, Tizian, Tiziano Vecellio. Roman emperors, Eleven Caesars, Undici Cesari, Domitianus, Isabella d’Este, Federico II Gonzaga, Mantova, Mantua, Italy, Francis I, Amboise France, Charles I England.