Fine Art Print : Gracchus Closes Temple
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Gracchus Closes Temple
TIBERIUS GRACCHUS closes the Temple of Saturn - the Roman Treasury
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Closes Gracchus Saturn Tiberius Treasury
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and grandeur of ancient Rome with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring Tiberius Gracchus Closing the Temple of Saturn by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time, depicting the iconic moment when Tiberius Gracchus, a prominent Roman tribune, defied the Senate and closed the Temple of Saturn to redistribute the grain stored within to the Roman people. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this historic event to life, making this print an essential addition to any home or office. Immerse yourself in the past and elevate your space with this stunning piece of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Tiberius Gracchus Closes the Temple of Saturn: A Pivotal Moment in Roman History This evocative image depicts the Roman tribune Tiberius Gracchus (163-133 BC) in the act of closing the Temple of Saturn, the ancient Roman treasury, in 133 BC. The event marked a turning point in Roman history, as Gracchus sought to reform the corrupt practices of the Roman Senate and distribute the vast wealth stored in the temple to the Roman people. The Temple of Saturn, located in the Roman Forum, was the ancient Roman state treasury, where the Roman people deposited their surplus grain, gold, and other valuable items. The temple was also a symbol of the power and wealth of the Roman Republic. By closing the temple, Gracchus aimed to disrupt the Senate's control over the distribution of the grain dole, which was a significant source of political power. Gracchus' reforms, known as the Gracchan reforms, were met with fierce opposition from the Roman aristocracy, who saw his actions as a threat to their power and privileges. The closing of the Temple of Saturn was a bold move that escalated the conflict between Gracchus and the Senate. The ensuing clashes culminated in Gracchus' assassination and the suppression of his reforms. Despite the ultimate failure of his reforms, Tiberius Gracchus is remembered as a champion of the Roman people and a harbinger of the end of the Roman Republic's oligarchic phase. His actions set the stage for the rise of the Roman populist movement and the eventual establishment of the Roman Empire. This image captures the drama and significance of a pivotal moment in Roman history, as Tiberius Gracchus challenges the power structures of his time and seeks to bring about change for the benefit of the Roman people.
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