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Gallienus Collection

"Gallienus: A Glimpse into the Reign of a Roman Emperor" Step back in time to the 3rd century AD, where a group of 200 Antonine coins, predominantly featuring Gallienus

Background imageGallienus Collection: Group of 200 antonine coins, mainly of Gallienus, 3rd century AD (metal)

Group of 200 antonine coins, mainly of Gallienus, 3rd century AD (metal)
3042716 Group of 200 antonine coins, mainly of Gallienus, 3rd century AD (metal) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Altemps, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of Gallienus, 253-260 AD (marble)

Portrait of Gallienus, 253-260 AD (marble)
2561927 Portrait of Gallienus, 253-260 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus Augustus; c.218-268)

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of the Emperor Gallienus, Boncompagni Ludovisi collection (marble)

Portrait of the Emperor Gallienus, Boncompagni Ludovisi collection (marble)
3042636 Portrait of the Emperor Gallienus, Boncompagni Ludovisi collection (marble) by Roman; Museo Nazionale Romano - Palazzo Altemps, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageGallienus Collection: Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-260. Creator: Unknown

Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-260. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-260

Background imageGallienus Collection: Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 267-268. Creator: Unknown

Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 267-268. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 267-268

Background imageGallienus Collection: Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 260-268. Creator: Unknown

Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 260-268. Creator: Unknown
Antoninianus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 260-268

Background imageGallienus Collection: Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-268. Creator: Unknown

Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-268. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Gallienus, 253-268

Background imageGallienus Collection: Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c

Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c
3526090 Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c.260-270 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageGallienus Collection: Roman legionaries with ballista during a siege

Roman legionaries with ballista during a siege
Roman legionaries in lorica armour and galea helmets with shields and spears during a siege. Slingers sling lead shot, and two artillery men load darts into a ballista protected by fortifications

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of Roman Emperor Gallienus

Portrait of Roman Emperor Gallienus
Roman Emperor Gallienus, 218-268. Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus Augustus also known as Gallien. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of Roman Emperor Valerian

Portrait of Roman Emperor Valerian
Roman Emperor Valerian, 200-264. Publius Licinius Valerianus Augustus or Valerian the Elder. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma

Background imageGallienus Collection: Sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysus and the Seasons, c. 260-20 A. D. (marble)

Sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysus and the Seasons, c. 260-20 A. D. (marble)
3492987 Sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysus and the Seasons, c. 260-20 A.D. (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); 215.9 long cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageGallienus Collection: Gallus and Postumien (chromolitho)

Gallus and Postumien (chromolitho)
964156 Gallus and Postumien (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallus and Postumien (Gallus et Postumien), a 13th-century French depiction

Background imageGallienus Collection: Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c

Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c
3526089 Detail of marble sarcophagus with the Triumph of Dionysos and the Seasons, c.260-270 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Background imageGallienus Collection: Gallienus (c. 218-268). Roman Emperor. Bust. Carlsberg Glypt

Gallienus (c. 218-268). Roman Emperor. Bust. Carlsberg Glypt
Gallienus (c. 218-268). Roman Emperor with his father Valerian from 253 to 260, and alone from 260 to 268. Bust. Marble. Found near the Baths of Caracalla, Rome. Head from a colossal statue

Background imageGallienus Collection: Saint Zeno, Saint John the Baptist and a Female Martyr, c. 1495

Saint Zeno, Saint John the Baptist and a Female Martyr, c. 1495. Artist: Montagna, Bartolomeo (1449-1523)
Saint Zeno, Saint John the Baptist and a Female Martyr, c. 1495. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Background imageGallienus Collection: Bust of Gallienus, 3rd century

Bust of Gallienus, 3rd century
Bust of the Roman emperor Gallienus (218-268), from the Louvres collection, 3rd century

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of Cornelia Salonina, wife of the Roman Emperor Gallienus, mid 3rd century

Portrait of Cornelia Salonina, wife of the Roman Emperor Gallienus, mid 3rd century. Cornelia Salonina was the wife of Gallienus

Background imageGallienus Collection: Portrait of the Roman Emperor Gallienus, 3rd century

Portrait of the Roman Emperor Gallienus, 3rd century. Gallienus (c218-268) was Emperor with his father, Valerian, from 253 until 260

Background imageGallienus Collection: Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Arch Gallienus

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Arch Gallienus
Artokoloro

Background imageGallienus Collection: Reconstruction Arch Gallienus View Ruins 1704

Reconstruction Arch Gallienus View Ruins 1704
Artokoloro

Background imageGallienus Collection: Altar dedicated to Emperor Gallienus health depicting pact between Sun and Mithra

Altar dedicated to Emperor Gallienus health depicting pact between Sun and Mithra. Roman civilization
Roman civilization. Altar dedicated to Emperor Gallienus health depicting pact between Sun and Mithra

Background imageGallienus Collection: Bust of the Emperor Gallienus

Bust of the Emperor Gallienus
Roman civilization. Bust of the Emperor Gallienus



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"Gallienus: A Glimpse into the Reign of a Roman Emperor" Step back in time to the 3rd century AD, where a group of 200 Antonine coins, predominantly featuring Gallienus, offers us a fascinating glimpse into the metal currency of that era. These ancient artifacts bear witness to the economic prosperity and political stability during his reign. Amongst these coins, we find an array of portraits showcasing Gallienus' distinguished features. Crafted from marble with meticulous detail, these masterpieces capture his regal countenance and offer insight into the artistic prowess of that period. The Boncompagni Ludovisi collection boasts one such portrait that exudes power and authority. Not limited to just sculptures and coins, history reveals more about this enigmatic emperor through various other mediums. A tetradrachm coin dating back to 267-268 AD showcases Gallienus' image once again - its creator lost in time but their craftsmanship preserved for eternity. An antoninianus coin further adds depth to our understanding by portraying him between 260-268 AD. Though anonymous in origin, it serves as a testament to Gallienus' enduring legacy even centuries after his rule. Delving deeper into Roman artistry, we encounter a marvelous marble sarcophagus adorned with intricate carvings depicting Dionysos triumphantly accompanied by the Seasons. This masterpiece transports us back to an era when mythological tales intertwined with daily life. In times of war and conquests, Roman legionaries armed themselves with ballistas during sieges - an indomitable force under Gallienus' command. His leadership skills are immortalized through countless depictions across historical records. As we explore this captivating chapter in history, let us not forget another significant figure - Valerian - whose portrait stands alongside Gallienus'. Together they shaped Rome's destiny during tumultuous times; their stories forever intertwined.