Commodus (161-192 AD). Roman emperor (177-192 AD). Nerva-Antonine Dynasty. Commodus had a passion for gladiatorial combat. Laetus formed a conspiracy with Eclectus and Marcia. The gladiator Narcissus strangling him in his bath. Portrait. Watercolour painting by Francisco Fonollosa, Spanish illustrator (late 20th century).

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