4th Century Collection (#9)

Germanic horsemen in the Roman army in the 4th century
7280072 Germanic horsemen in the Roman army in the 4th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Germanic horsemen in the Roman army in the 4th century, Historical)

Gothic Servant, ca 300, Relief from the destroyed Victory Column of Theodosius
7280064 Gothic Servant, ca 300, Relief from the destroyed Victory Column of Theodosius by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gothic Servant, ca 300)

Galla Placida and her son Valentinian III. Aelia Galla Placidia, 388, 27 November 450
7278908 Galla Placida and her son Valentinian III. Aelia Galla Placidia, 388, 27 November 450 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Le martyre de sainte Julienne de Nicomedie (Juliana of Nicomedia) (3eme siecle - debut 4eme siecle)
FIA5374812 " Le martyre de sainte Julienne de Nicomedie (Juliana of Nicomedia) (3eme siecle - debut 4eme siecle)" Peinture de l ecole venitienne

Flavius Aetius, c. 390, 22 September 454
7278905 Flavius Aetius, c. 390, 22 September 454 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flavius Aetius, c)

The History of Saint Anthony the Great, A beggar urges the sick King of Palestine to send food to St
885023 The History of Saint Anthony the Great, A beggar urges the sick King of Palestine to send food to St. Anthony (top); arrival of camels with food (bottom), 1340 (tempera on wood) by Bologna

The martyrdom of brothers John and Paul under the reign of Emperor Julian the Apostate (Flavius Claudius Julianus)
LRI4597213 The martyrdom of brothers John and Paul under the reign of Emperor Julian the Apostate (Flavius Claudius Julianus (331-363), produced in Urbino, Italy

Theodosius Repulsed from the Church by Saint Ambrose, 1700-10 (oil on canvas)
5860576 Theodosius Repulsed from the Church by Saint Ambrose, 1700-10 (oil on canvas) by Magnasco, Alessandro (1667-1749); 155.3--213.5 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Constantine (Constantine I, Caius Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus, Roman emperor died 337) distruding idols
JEB4875304 Constantine (Constantine I, Caius Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus, Roman emperor died 337) distruding idols

Colossal head of Emperor Constantine I the Great (270-337) (stone)
IND102463 Colossal head of Emperor Constantine I the Great (270-337) (stone) by Roman, (4th century AD); Pinacoteca Capitolina, Palazzo Conservatori, Rome

The Battle of Milvian Bridge, Victory of Constantine over Maxentius (oil on canvas)
898875 The Battle of Milvian Bridge, Victory of Constantine over Maxentius (oil on canvas) by Tournier, Nicolas (1590-1638/9); Musee des Augustins, Toulouse

St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas)
XIR174663 St. Helena and the Miracle of the True Cross (oil on canvas) by Marmion, Simon (fl.1450-89) (attr. to); 68.2x58.7 cm; Louvre, Paris

Roman antiquite: Emperor Julian the Apostate (Julian the Philosopher or Julian II)
ELD4854243 Roman antiquite: Emperor Julian the Apostate (Julian the Philosopher or Julian II) victorious by the Persian King Shapur II in 363 AD" (Roman emperor Julian the Apostate)

The Ghost of the Great General Tamichi (Daishogun Tamichi no rei), from the series "A Mirr... 1880
The Ghost of the Great General Tamichi (Daishogun Tamichi no rei), from the series " A Mirror of Famous Japanese Generals (Dai Nihon meisho kagami)", 1880

Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period (4th-6th century). Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period (4th-6th century)

Amulet in the Shape of Two Mirror-Imaged Birds, Byzantine Period (4th-7th century). Creator: Unknown
Amulet in the Shape of Two Mirror-Imaged Birds, Byzantine Period (4th-7th century)

Mirror with Frame, Late Roman-Byzantine Period (4th-7th century). Creator: Unknown
Mirror with Frame, Late Roman-Byzantine Period (4th-7th century)

Lamp with Cross, Byzantine Period (about 4th-7th century). Creator: Unknown
Lamp with Cross, Byzantine Period (about 4th-7th century)

Amulet of a Rooster, Byzantine Period (4th-7th century). Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Rooster, Byzantine Period (4th-7th century)

Solidus (Coin) of Emperor Theodosius I, 383 (25 August)-388 (28 August). Creator: Unknown
Solidus (Coin) of Emperor, 383 (25 August)-388 (28 August)

Double-Handled Flask, 4th-5th century. Creator: Unknown
Double-Handled Flask, 4th-5th century

Pitcher, 4th-5th century. Creator: Unknown
Pitcher, 4th-5th century

Mirror Decoration, Late Roman-Byzantine Period (4th-7th century). Creator: Unknown
Mirror Decoration, Late Roman-Byzantine Period (4th-7th century)

Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period (4th-7th centuries). Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period (4th-7th centuries)

Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period, 4th century or later. Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine Period, 4th century or later

Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine, 4th century or later. Creator: Unknown
Amulet of a Cross, Byzantine, 4th century or later

Vase, 4th-6th century. Creator: Unknown
Vase, 4th-6th century

Necklace with Amulets, 1st-4th century. Creator: Unknown
Necklace with Amulets, 1st-4th century

Cinerary Urn, 2nd-4th century CE. Creator: Unknown
Cinerary Urn, 2nd-4th century CE

Cosmetic Applicator, 4th-6th century. Creator: Unknown
Cosmetic Applicator, 4th-6th century

Cosmetic Container, 4th-6th century. Creator: Unknown
Cosmetic Container, 4th-6th century

The Iron Column of the King Dhava, Koutub, Delhi, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Iron Column of the King Dhava, Koutub, Delhi, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Emperor Charlemagne or Charles the Great (748-814), King of the Franks, receiving ambassadors of Constantine
6338914 Emperor Charlemagne or Charles the Great (748-814), King of the Franks, receiving ambassadors of Constantine, Byzantine Emperor by Villain (19th century); (add.info)

Portrait of Constantine (litho)
6004498 Portrait of Constantine (litho) by Ross, Gordon (1872-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: Constantine. Illustration for Living Biographies of Famous Rulers by Henry Thomas)

Charlemagne or Charles the Great (748-814), King of the Franks, with Constantine, Byzantine Emperor
6338912 Charlemagne or Charles the Great (748-814), King of the Franks, with Constantine, Byzantine Emperor by Villain (19th century); (add.info.: Charlemagne or Charles the Great (748-814)

Statue of Saint Marcellus or Marcellinus, 360-436, 9th Bishop of Paris, from the portal to Saint Germain l Auxerrois
6338855 Statue of Saint Marcellus or Marcellinus, 360-436, 9th Bishop of Paris, from the portal to Saint Germain l Auxerrois by Villain (19th century); (add.info)

Plan and elevations of the Arch of Constantine, Rome, a triumphal arch built to commemorate Emperor Constantine Is
6340061 Plan and elevations of the Arch of Constantine, Rome, a triumphal arch built to commemorate Emperor Constantine Is victory over Maxentius by Corsi (19th century); (add.info)

Constantine the Great, image from Living Biographies of Famous Rulers (engraving)
3929213 Constantine the Great, image from Living Biographies of Famous Rulers (engraving) by Gordon, Ross (1873-1946); (add.info.: Constantine the Great, c)

St Maternus of Cologne preaching Christianity in the village of Sundgau, Alsace, early 4th Century (colour litho)
5208357 St Maternus of Cologne preaching Christianity in the village of Sundgau, Alsace, early 4th Century (colour litho) by Waltz

History of Christian Gaul: Saint Martin (316-397), Roman soldier before renouncing arms and becoming Eveque de Tours
XEE4170763 History of Christian Gaul: Saint Martin (316-397), Roman soldier before renouncing arms and becoming Eveque de Tours, gives his coat to a poor cold-dying man

Cassander, king of the ancient kingdom of Macedon, 1743 (engraving)
7235573 Cassander, king of the ancient kingdom of Macedon, 1743 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassander, c)

Julian the Apostate, Roman emperor, 1771 (engraving)
7235601 Julian the Apostate, Roman emperor, 1771 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Julian the Apostate, c)

Constantine I, Roman emperor, 1770 (engraving)
7235600 Constantine I, Roman emperor, 1770 (engraving) by Bodart, Pieter (1676-1712); Private Collection; (add.info.: Profile portrait of Constantine I, c.ÔÇë272-337, or Constantine the Great)

Battle of Milvian bridge, detail. 1517-1524 (fresco)
7232614 Battle of Milvian bridge, detail. 1517-1524 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Battle of Milvian bridge)

Battle of Milvian bridge, detail. 1517-1524 (fresco)
7232615 Battle of Milvian bridge, detail. 1517-1524 (fresco) by Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) (1483-1520); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; (add.info.: Battle of Milvian bridge)

Army of the Huns (engraving)
7147835 Army of the Huns (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Army of the Huns)

Miniatures from illuminated manuscripts, 14th Century (chromolitho)
7173030 Miniatures from illuminated manuscripts, 14th Century (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miniatures from illuminated manuscripts)

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The 4th century was a time of great cultural and historical significance, as depicted in various artworks and monuments from around the world. In Michael Pacher's painting "The Devil Presenting St Augustin with the Book of Vices, " we witness the struggle between good and evil, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced by individuals during this period. Meanwhile, in Jerusalem's Ethiopian Monastery and Church of The Holy Sepulchre, we find ourselves transported to a UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds immense religious importance. This ancient structure stands as a testament to the enduring faith of believers throughout centuries. Traveling back further in time, we encounter Alexander the Great on his conquests in the Battle of Arbela. The mosaic found at Villa Romana Del Casale showcases this legendary figure's military prowess and strategic genius. Moving eastward to northwest Pakistan, a limestone head from Gandhara offers us a glimpse into the artistic traditions prevalent during the 4th-5th century A. D. This exquisite sculpture exemplifies the fusion of Hellenistic and Indian influences that characterized this era. Shifting our focus to China, we delve into Chinese eroticism through an intriguing detail from Sou Nu King—a Taoist treatise on sexual initiation dating back to the 4th century A. D. This artwork sheds light on ancient Chinese beliefs surrounding sexuality and spirituality. In another corner of history lies Emperor Constantine I, who founded Constantinople—renaming Byzantium—in order to establish it as his imperial capital. His vision forever altered Europe's political landscape while leaving behind architectural marvels that still captivate us today. Religion continues its prominence with depictions such as St Anthony the Great—the patron saint of basket makers—and Saint Jerome reading in a Landscape by Giovanni Bellini. These works highlight not only their subjects' spiritual devotion but also serve as windows into daily life during this period. Lastly, we encounter Constantine I once again, this time in a line engraving from the 17th century.