5. Constantine's Victory over Maxentius (detail)

Accepting the invitation of the angel, Constantine leads his ranks of armed horsemen with arm outstretched brandishing the Cross. Maxentius and his troops flee, they ford the river. Constantine’s army advances from the left, closely united. Their very long standards and lances stand out sharply against thee bright, clear sky of the early morning. The scene is dominated by the large, yellow banner with the black imperial eagle.