Emperor Augustus Collection (#3)

Head of Emperor Augustus (Gaius Iulius Caesar Octavianus; 63 B. C. - 14 A. D)
Head of Emperor Augustus (Gaius Iulius Caesar Octavianus; 63 B.C. - 14 A.D.), Julio-Claudian dynasty, imperial age, marble 1st century A.D. Roman art

Caesar Augustus. Private Collection

Tu Marcellus Eris... (Virgil reading the Aeneid), after 1811. Found in the collection of Musee des Augustins, Toulouse

Walls of Augustus, Samaria, c1900. From Journey in All Lands - Palestine. [Realistic Travels, London, Cape Town, Bombay, Melbourne, Toronto, c1900]

Roma - Portico of Octavia, 1910. A small ruin of a grand quadrangular portico erected by Augustus emperor and dedicated to his sister Octavia. The Porticus Octaviae is an ancient structure in Rome

Roma - Wall of the Forum of Augustus, 1910. The Forum of Augustus is one of the Imperial forums of Rome, Italy, built by Augustus. It includes the Temple of Mars Ultor

Statue of the Roman Emperor Augustus, 1st century BC
Statue of the Roman Emperor Augustus from Prima Porta, Rome, 1st century BC. (Colorised artwork based on an original sculpture)

The Battle of Actium, at which Augustus defeated Antony and Cleopatra, 31 BC (1908). From Harmsworth History of the World, Volume 4, by Arthur Mee, J.A. Hammerton, & A.D. Innes, M.A

A map of Gaul during the time of Augustus, 1848, (1882-1884). Artist: MacCarthy
A map of Gaul during the time of Augustus, 1848, (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume I, F Roy editor, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Augustus presents the constitution, Lyon, France, 10 BC (1882-1884). The emperor with the deputies of the three provinces of Gaul. Lyon was the administrative centre of Roman Gaul

Augustus establishes the centre of government of Gaul in Lyon, 28 BC (1882-1884). Artist: Bertrand
Augustus establishes the centre of government of Gaul in Lyon, 28 BC (1882-1884). A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume I, F Roy editor, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884

Temple of Augustus at Mylasa (Milas), Turkey, 19th century. From the Literary Magazine and British Review

Constantine the Great (c273-337), Roman Emperor, 1924
Constantine (c273-337) became emperor in 306. He rebuilt the ancient Greek city of Byzantium, which was renamed Constantinople and became capital of the Roman Empire after his death

Emperor Caesar Augustus, (1902). Portrait after a statue. Caesar Augustus (63 BC-14 AD) was one of the most important Roman emperors

Caesar Augustus, Roman emperor, (19th century). Artist: E Harding
Caesar Augustus, Roman emperor, (19th century). Augustus (63 BC-14 AD) was one of the most important Roman emperors

Caesar Augustus, his wife and son at table (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c. 1410
Caesar Augustus, his wife and son at table (From: Jean Hayton, Fleur des histoires de la terre d Orient), c.1410. Found in the collection of the New York Public Library

Virgil reading the Aeneid to Augustus and Octavia, 1787. Artist: Taillasson, Jean-Joseph (1745-1809)
Virgil reading the Aeneid to Augustus and Octavia, 1787. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Augustus Building the Port of Miseno, 1673?1675. Artist: La Fosse, Charles, de (1636-1716)
Augustus Building the Port of Miseno, 1673?1675. Found in the collection of the Musee National du Chateau de Versailles et du Trianon

Augustus before the Tomb of Alexander the Great, 17th century. Artist: Sebastien Bourdon
Augustus before the Tomb of Alexander the Great, 17th century. The Roman Emperor Augustus (63 BC - 14 AD) visiting Alexander the Greats tomb in Alexandria, Egypt

Sacrifice scene from the Ara Pacis, Rome, 9 BC. The Ara Pacis Augustae, an altar to Peace, was commissioned to commemorate the establishment of peace in the Roman Empire following the victories of

Ara Pacis, Rome, 9 BC. The Ara Pacis Augustae, an altar to Peace, commissioned to commemorate the establishment of peace in the Roman Empire following the victories of the Emperor Augustus in Spain

Trophy of Augustus, La Turbie, France. Artist: A Lorenzini
Trophy of Augustus, La Turbie, France. Also known as the Trophee des Alpes, this Roman monument was built in 6 BC to commemorate the conquest of the Ligurian tribes of the Alps by the Emperor Augustus

Cameo of the Emperor Augustus. This cameo was carved from a three-layered sardonyx. It is a fragment of a larger portrait of the first Roman emperor, Augustus (27 BC-14 AD)

Augustus. Known as Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, first and among the most important of the Roman Emperors

Members of Augustan family, Ara Pacis, Altar of Peace, Rome, 13 BC
Members of Augustan family and officials, Ara Pacis, Altar of Peace, Rome, 13 BC. The monument was commissioned by the Roman Senate on July 4

Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great

Ruins of Caesarea, 1st century
Ruins of Caesarea, named for Augustus Caesar by Herod the Great, 1st century

Roman cameo of the Emperor Augustus, 1st century
Roman cameo of the Emperor Augustus (September 23, 63 BC - August 19, 14 AD), with a diadem that was added in the middle ages. From the British Museums collection, 1st century

Roman relief of the apotheosis of Augustus, 1st century BC
Roman relief of the apotheosis of Augustus, showing the deification of the emperor, surrounded by members of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, 1st century BC

Detail of the Ara Pacis, 1st century BC
Detail of the Ara Pacis showing Augustus, 1st century BC

Temple of Mars Utor in Rome, 1st century
Temple of Mars Utor in Rome and part of the forum of Augustus, 1st century

Curia of Diocletian, 1st century BC
Curia of Diocletian (c. 22 December 244 - 3 December 311) in the Forum Romanorum, 1st century BC

Roman marble head of an elderly lady, 1st century BC
Roman marble head of an elderly lady. The hairstyle is characteristic of the portraits of the time of Octavia (69 BC-11 BC), sister of Augustus (September 23, 63 BC- August 19, 14 AD)

Sculpture of the Emperor Augustus as the Pontifex Maximus, 1st century BC
Sculpture of the Emperor Augustus (September 23, 63 BC - August 19, 14 AD) as the Pontifex Maximus, the high priest of Rome, 1st century BC

Bust of the Roman Emperor Augustus, 1st century BC
Bust of the Roman Emperor Augustus (September 23, 63 BC - August 19, 14 AD) from the Vatican Museums collections, 1st century BC

Maecenas presenting the Arts to Augustus, 1743. Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Maecenas presenting the Arts to Augustus, 1743. Tiepolo, Giambattista (1696-1770). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Bust of Augustus, 1st century BC
Bust of the Roman emperor Augustus (63 BC-14 AD), from the Louvres collection, 1st century BC

Bust of Augustus, 1st century
Bust of the Roman emperor Augustus (63 BC ? 14 AD), from the Louvres collection, 1st century

Bust of Octavian / Augustus
Bust of Octavian/Augustus (63 BC-14 AD), the first Roman emperor

Augustus Caesar, first Roman Emperor. Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD) became one of a triumvirate of rulers after the death in 44 BC of Julius Caesar, his great-uncle

Augustus Caesar - Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD), first Roman Emperor. Augustus became Emperor in 27 BC. His rule saw a great expansion of territory under Roman rule

The Tiburtine Sibyl announcing to Caesar the coming of Jesus, 16th century. Augustus Caesar - Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD), became the first Roman Emperor in 27 BC

Late republican denarii with Mark Antony and Augustus Caesar, 1st century BC
On the left is Mark Antony (83-30 BC), and on the right Octavian/Augustus (63 BC-14 AD)

Portrait of Livia, Roman, second quarter of 1st century. Livia Drusilla (58 BC-29) was the third wife of the Emperor Augustus, mother of Tiberius and grandmother of Claudius

Bust of Augustus, first half of 1st century BC. Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD) became one of a triumvirate of rulers after the death in 44 BC of Julius Caesar, his great-uncle

Head of Augustus, first half of 1st century. Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD) became one of a triumvirate of rulers after the death in 44 BC of Julius Caesar, his great-uncle

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Emperor Augustus, also known as Octavian, was a prominent figure in ancient Rome from 27 BC to AD 14. His reign marked the beginning of the Roman Empire and he played a crucial role in shaping its destiny. One of the most iconic representations of the bronze head found in Meroe, Sudan. Created around 27-25 BC, this sculpture showcases his regal features and powerful presence. In an intriguing piece titled "Interview Between Octavian and Cleopatra, " we catch a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. The year is 1890 and the creator remains unknown, but it depicts the meeting between these two influential leaders that would forever change their lives. Augustus' divine status is highlighted in another artwork where he is portrayed as Jupiter. This statue from the first half of the 1st century BC emphasizes his association with gods and reinforces his authority over Rome. The death of Augustus holds an air of mystery as well. In an anonymous creation from 1890, we see him departing this world surrounded by uncertainty about what lies beyond for such a powerful ruler. Religious themes are prevalent when discussing Emperor Augustus. Paris Bordone's painting "The Apparition of Sibyl to Caesar Augustus" takes us back to ancient times when supernatural encounters were believed to shape destinies. Egyptian influences can be seen through an intricate relief showing Emperor Augustus offering to Isis as Pharaoh during the first century AD. This demonstrates how diverse cultures influenced Roman rulership during this era. A fascinating depiction called "The Tiburtine Sibyl showing Emperor Augustus" reveals yet another religious encounter involving Christ child and Virgin Mary. Created around ca. 1530-40 by an anonymous artist, it portrays moments that shaped Christian beliefs within Roman society. Moving away from artistic representations, glimpses into ancient Rome itself offer insight into Emperor Augustus' realm.