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1st Century Bc Collection (page 55)

"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of the 1st Century BC

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Limestone opposed heads, from Roquepertuse

Limestone opposed heads, from Roquepertuse
Celtic civilization, France, 3rd century b.C. Limestone opposed heads, from Roquepertuse

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Bronze masque of male deity, from sanctuary of Montserie

Bronze masque of male deity, from sanctuary of Montserie
Celtic civilization, 2nd century. Bronze masque of male deity. From the sanctuary of Montserie

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Detail of terracotta frieze depicting soldier on the run, from votive temple at Civitalba

Detail of terracotta frieze depicting soldier on the run, from votive temple at Civitalba
Celtic civilization, Italy, 2nd century b.C. Detail of a terracotta frieze depicting a soldier on the run. From a votive temple at Civitalba, Sassoferrato (Ancona province)

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Calender on bronze plates, Detail, from Coligny

Calender on bronze plates, Detail, from Coligny
Celtic civilization, France, 1st century b.C. Calender on bronze plates. Detail. From Coligny

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Bronze cauldron ornamented with applied human face figure, from Rynkeby, Detail

Bronze cauldron ornamented with applied human face figure, from Rynkeby, Detail
Celtic civilization, Denmark, 1st century b.C. Bronze cauldron ornamented with applied human face figure. From Rynkeby. Detail

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Male deity pillar statue with collar and carved wild boar on chest, in limestone, from Euffigneix

Male deity pillar statue with collar and carved wild boar on chest, in limestone, from Euffigneix
Celtic civilization, France, 1st century b.C. Male deity pillar statue with collar and carved wild boar on chest, in limestone. From Euffigneix

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: God of Bouray, bronze male bust with enamel eyes, from La Ferte Alais, Essonne, Detail

God of Bouray, bronze male bust with enamel eyes, from La Ferte Alais, Essonne, Detail
Celtic civilization, France, 1st century b.C. The God of Bouray, bronze male bust with enamel eyes. From La Ferte Alais, Essonne. Detail

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Gundestrup cauldron, decorated silver vessel, Detail of outer decoration

Gundestrup cauldron, decorated silver vessel, Detail of outer decoration
Celtic civilization, Denmark, 1st century b.C. Gundestrup cauldron, decorated silver vessel. Detail of the outer decoration

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Gold necklace with Etruscan pendants

Gold necklace with Etruscan pendants
Celtic civilization, Italy, 4th century b.C. Goldsmiths art. Gold necklace with Etruscan pendants

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Roman temple, artwork C017 / 7194

Roman temple, artwork C017 / 7194
Roman temple. Cutaway artwork showing the typical form of a Roman temple. Guards are shown at the steps leading up to the columns at the entrance portico

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Antikythera mechanism, artwork C017 / 7188

Antikythera mechanism, artwork C017 / 7188
Antikythera mechanism, artwork. Side view (centre) and rear and front views (either side) of the antikythera mechanism, an early form of mechanical calculator found circa 1900 in a 1st-century BC

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Horaces Villa, 19th century

Horaces Villa, 19th century
Horaces Villa. 19th-century artwork of the ruins of a site near Tivoli, Italy, identified as Horaces Villa. Horace (Quintus Horatius Flaccus, 65 BC-8 BC), one of the most famous Roman poets

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Agrippa, Roman general C015 / 5786

Agrippa, Roman general C015 / 5786
Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (c.64 BC-12 BC), Roman general. Agrippa served as a soldier and general of Rome at the time of Julius Caesar, fighting in the civil war of 49-45 BC

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Seneca the Elder, Roman orator C015 / 5787

Seneca the Elder, Roman orator C015 / 5787
Seneca the Elder (c.54 BC-c.39 AD), Roman orator. Seneca, called the Elder to distinguish him from his son, was born in Cordoba (present-day Spain) in the Roman province of Hispania

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Virgil, Roman poet C015 / 5785

Virgil, Roman poet C015 / 5785
Virgil (70 BC-19 BC), Roman poet. Virgil was one of the most famous poets of Ancient Rome, and his works have had a major influence on Western literature

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Sallust, Roman historian C015 / 5784

Sallust, Roman historian C015 / 5784
Gaius Sallustius Crispus (86 BC-c.35 BC), Roman historian, commonly known by the anglicised name Sallust. Surviving works of Sallust include his account of the Catiline conspiracy

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Ancient Stone Sculpture, Nemrut Dag, Turkey

Ancient Stone Sculpture, Nemrut Dag, Turkey

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Maharaja Viharaya Cave (Temple of the King), Golden Temple, Cave Temples

Maharaja Viharaya Cave (Temple of the King), Golden Temple, Cave Temples, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dambulla, Sri Lanka, Asia

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Head of Hercules, Mount Nemrut sanctuary, ruins of the Commagene civilization dating from the 1st

Head of Hercules, Mount Nemrut sanctuary, ruins of the Commagene civilization dating from the 1st century BC, Nemrut Dag, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anatolia, Eastern Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: MAECENAS VILLA AT TIVOLI. / nSteel engraving, English, c1850, after a painting by

MAECENAS VILLA AT TIVOLI. / nSteel engraving, English, c1850, after a painting by
MAECENAS VILLA AT TIVOLI. /nSteel engraving, English, c1850, after a painting by Richard Wilson (1713-1782)

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Dendera zodiac from the Temple of Hathor

Dendera zodiac from the Temple of Hathor. The Temple of Hathor in Dendera, Egypt, was built during the reigns of the last Ptolemies and the Emperor Augustus (first century BC)

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Nile flora and fauna, Roman mosaic

Nile flora and fauna, Roman mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Bronze Age village, 19th century artwork

Bronze Age village, 19th century artwork
Bronze Age village. 19th century artwork of a prehistoric Swiss village and its inhabitants in a lake. This image is based on discoveries made from lake settlements in Switzerland

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Buddhist statues in an inner chamber at the 1st century BC Dowa (Dhowa) Temple on the road to Ella

Buddhist statues in an inner chamber at the 1st century BC Dowa (Dhowa) Temple on the road to Ella, Bandarawela, Sri Lanka, Asia

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Detail of the 11 meter tall unfinished statue of Buddha at the 1st century BC Dowa

Detail of the 11 meter tall unfinished statue of Buddha at the 1st century BC Dowa (Dhowa) Temple on the road to Ella, Bandarawela, Sri Lanka, Asia

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: PART2A-00001

PART2A-00001
The preaching of Saint Stephen in Jerusalem. 19th-century lithograph reproduction of Fra Angelico fresco at the Vatican, painted in the 1400s

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: Hand-colored woodcut

Hand-colored woodcut
Julius Caesar crowned with laurel. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: PANC2A-00038

PANC2A-00038
Cleopatra receiving Marc Antony in ancient Egypt. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background image1st Century Bc Collection: PANC2A-00055

PANC2A-00055
Ovid, the Roman poet. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration




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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of the 1st Century BC: A Journey through Time" Step into the enchanting world of ancient history as we delve into the captivating stories and remarkable artifacts that define the 1st century BC. Marvel at "Diana the Huntress, " a breathtaking fresco discovered in Pompeii's House Stabia, depicting the goddess in all her majestic glory. Feel her power and grace emanating from this timeless masterpiece. Witness a pivotal moment in Roman history as Caesar fearlessly leads his army across the Rubicon, forever altering the course of an empire. The sheer audacity and ambition displayed by this legendary figure still resonate to this day. Uncover one of antiquity's greatest mysteries with the Antikythera mechanism, a marvel of engineering from artwork C017/7190. This intricate device astounds us with its ability to predict celestial movements, showcasing humanity's thirst for knowledge even centuries ago. Transport yourself to Gaul during Julius Caesar's reign through an evocative illustration published in 1867. Immerse yourself in its vivid details and imagine life amidst political turmoil and cultural transformation. Gaze upon a celestial spectacle as planets align to form a Christmas star, reminiscent of planetary conjunctions witnessed during this era. Let your imagination soar as you contemplate how our ancestors interpreted such cosmic phenomena. Peek into secret rituals within initiation rites depicted on frescoes from Villa Dei Mysteri, offering glimpses into Dionysian worship practices that blended ecstasy with mysticism—a testament to human spirituality transcending time. Feel your heart race alongside Spartacus as he leads an audacious revolt against Roman gladiators—an act that reverberated throughout history, symbolizing resistance against oppression and inspiring countless generations thereafter. Admire Apollonius' magnificent Greek statue—the boxer—capturing not only physical prowess but also resilience forged through discipline and determination—a true embodiment of the human spirit.