Alesia Collection

Vercingetorix throws down his arms at the feet of Julius Caesar, 1899. Found in the Collection of Muse e Crozatier, Le Puy en Velay

Vercingetorix surrenders to Julius Caesar at Alesia in order to save his besieged army, 52 BC (colour litho)
3622060 Vercingetorix surrenders to Julius Caesar at Alesia in order to save his besieged army, 52 BC (colour litho) by Beuzon

Siege of Alesia, Gaul, 52 BC, Illustration from Moderne Kunst in Meister-Holzschnitten (Richard Bong, Berlin, c)
5999622 Siege of Alesia, Gaul, 52 BC, Illustration from Moderne Kunst in Meister-Holzschnitten (Richard Bong, Berlin, c. 1904 (engraving) by Motte

Vercingetorix submitting to Julius Caesar, 52 BC (chromolitho)
1093786 Vercingetorix submitting to Julius Caesar, 52 BC (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vercingetorix submitting to Julius Caesar, 52 BC)

The healing waters of Alise, Bourgogne, the deathplace of Saint Reine
908274 The healing waters of Alise, Bourgogne, the deathplace of Saint Reine, are visited by the sick (litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Regina (Sainte Reine)

Rue d Alesia, from rue d Orleans, Paris, 1858-78 (b / w photo)
XIR230838 Rue d Alesia, from rue d Orleans, Paris, 1858-78 (b/w photo) by Marville, Charles (1816-79); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Vercingetorix, chief of the Arverni, submitting to Julius Caesar at Alesia, Gaul, 52 BC (engraving)
5997486 Vercingetorix, chief of the Arverni, submitting to Julius Caesar at Alesia, Gaul, 52 BC (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vercingetorix)

Vercingetorix surrenders to Julius Caesar, 52 BC (colour litho)
3621076 Vercingetorix surrenders to Julius Caesar, 52 BC (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Submission of Vercingetorix to Caesar (chromolitho)
667202 The Submission of Vercingetorix to Caesar (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Submission of Vercingetorix to Caesar)

Vercingetorix, Gallic chieftain, and scenes from his life (chromolitho)
2817064 Vercingetorix, Gallic chieftain, and scenes from his life (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vercingetorix, Gallic chieftain)

The Siege of Alesia, 1533. Found in the Collection of Bayerische Staatsgema ldesammlungen

Vercingetorix before Caesar, 1886. Found in the Collection of Muse e Crozatier, Le Puy en Velay

Vercingetorix Memorial at Alesia, near Dijon, France, 1882-1884. The Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix was chosen as king by the Arverni, a powerful tribe that occupied what is now the Auvergne

Julius Caesar laying siege to Alesia, Gaul, 52 BC (1882-1884). The Gallic chieftain Vercingetorix was chosen as king by the Arverni, a powerful tribe that occupied what is now the Auvergne

Gallo-Roman water pipeline, excavations of Alesia, July 1906

Roman Iron Knives, Alesia, France, c1st century. Alesia was the capital of the Mandubii, one of the Gallic tribes allied with the Aedui

Roman jewellery detail Horse, Alesia, c1st century. Alesia was the capital of the Mandubii, one of the Gallic tribes allied with the Aedui

Roman bucket, Alesia, c1st-2nd century

Roman keys, Alesia, France, c1st century. Alesia was the capital of the Mandubii, one of the Gallic tribes allied with the Aedui

Statue of Vercingetorix, 1st century BC
Statue of Vercingetorix in Alessia, France, 1st century BC

Statuette of a Celtic mother-goddess from Alesia, France. Now in the Musee Alesia

Reconstruction of Roman siege fortifications surrounding the Celtic hill-fort of Alesia. From here can be seen tower, ditches, branches and pits

Roman vase inscribed Utere Felix, 3rd century
Roman vase inscribed Utere Felix (Happy Use) from Alesia, France, now in the Musee Alesia, 3rd century

FESELEN, Melchior (1495-1538). The Siege of Alesia. 1533. Right central detail. This is one of the paintings commissionned by Duke William IV of Babaria and his wife Jacobea of Baden. Oil on canvas

FESELEN, Melchior (1495-1538)

CAESAR AND VERCINGETORIX. Vercingetorix (d. 46 B. C. ), Gallic chief of the Arverni
CAESAR AND VERCINGETORIX. Vercingetorix (d. 46 B.C.), Gallic chief of the Arverni, surrenders to Julius Caesar (100 B.C.-44 B.C.), Roman statesman, at Alesia in 52 B.C.: line engraving, 19th century

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"Alesia: The Surrender that Shaped History" In the year 52 BC, a pivotal moment unfolded on the ancient battleground of Alesia. Vercingetorix, the valiant chief of the Arverni tribe, found himself facing an impossible choice as his besieged army teetered on the brink of defeat. With unwavering courage and strategic foresight, he made a fateful decision. As Julius Caesar's legions encircled Alesia, Vercingetorix knew that surrender was inevitable to save his people from further suffering. In a dramatic scene depicted in various artworks throughout history, he threw down his arms at Caesar's feet. This act marked not only his personal submission but also symbolized Gaul's capitulation to Roman rule. The Siege became an enduring tale etched into historical records and immortalized through artistry. From engravings to lithographs and chromolithos, artists captured this defining moment with vivid colors or intricate details. Beyond its military significance, Alesia holds other intriguing stories within its borders. Alise in Bourgogne is believed to be the deathplace of Saint Reine whose healing waters still draw pilgrims seeking solace and restoration. Even beyond Gaul's shores, echoes reverberate through time. Rue d'Alesia in Paris stands as a testament to history's reach into modernity—a street name connecting past struggles with present-day life. Vercingetorix may have surrendered at Alesia over two millennia ago; however, his legacy endures as a symbol of bravery amidst adversity. His sacrifice altered the course of history while reminding us that even great leaders must sometimes make difficult choices for their people’s greater good. Through these artistic depictions and historical accounts spanning centuries since those tumultuous days in 52 BC until today—Alesia remains etched in our collective memory as both a turning point and a reminder of the complexities of human existence.