Italica Collection

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica
5854968 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica)

Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica
5856227 Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica; (add.info.: Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

TRAJAN, Marcus Ulpius Traianus (53-117). Portrait of Trajan with laurels
CUL4858883 TRAJAN, Marcus Ulpius Traianus (53-117). Portrait of Trajan with laurels. by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: TRAJAN, Marcus Ulpius Traianus (53-117)

TRAJAN, Marcus Ulpius Traianus (53-117). Portrait of Trajan with laurels. Detail of the original engraving. Engraving
CUL4858931 TRAJAN, Marcus Ulpius Traianus (53-117). Portrait of Trajan with laurels. Detail of the original engraving. Engraving

Trajan (53-117). Roman emperor (98-117). Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

The Six Days of Creation, from the Biblia italica, translated from the Latin by Niccolo Malermi, 1494 (woodcut)
472208 The Six Days of Creation, from the Biblia italica, translated from the Latin by Niccolo Malermi, 1494 (woodcut) by Italian School

Italian millet, Setaria italica, and rice, Oryza sativa. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Italian bugloss species, Anchusa azurea. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Garden anchusa or Italian bugloss, Anchusa azurea (Anchusa italica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by George Cooke from Conrad Loddiges Botanical Cabinet, Hackney, 1828

Foxtail millet or Italian millet, Setaria italica, Panicum germanicum, Moha de Hongrie. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar

Italian bluebell, Hyacinthoides italica (Scilla italica). Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Senegal senna, Senna italica
Senegal senna, Italian senna or Port Royal senna, Senna italica (Cassia obovata). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Curtis British Entomology Plate 525
Diptera: Haematopota italica = Haematopoa grandis? (Mersey Island Clegg) [Plant: Juncus gerardii (Juncus coenosus)] Date: 1824-39

Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. Thermae, Large Baths. Near Santiponce. Ruins. Andalusia

Spain. Italica. House of Hylas. Domus roman. Mosaic
Spain. Andalusia. Roman city of Italica. Founded in 206 BC. House of Hylas. Domus roman. Mosaic

Base with maenads dancing
Base with dancing maenads. Pentelic white marble. Modified roman copy after a original greek of 5th century BC. Sciarra Collection. Roman National Museum. Palazzo Massimo. Rome. Italy

Picture No. 10887341
Lombardy Poplar - mature tree standing on meadow (Populus nigra Italica') Date:

Italic wall-painting, 6th century
Italic wall-painting, at Naples Museum in Italy, 6th century

Roman Art. Spain. Andalusia. Italica. Theatre
Roman Art. Spain. Italica. Theatre. Its construction began under Emperor Augustus (1st century BC-1st century AD). Orchestra, frons pulpiti and scaenae frons. Santiponce. Andalusia

Spain. Andalusia. Italica. Ruins. Area of amphitheatre

Spain. Italica. House of Exendra. Ruins. Domus roman. 2nd ce
Spain. Andalusia. Roman city of Italica. Founded in 206 BC. House of Exendra. Ruins. Domus roman. 2nd century

Spain. Italica. House of the Neptune. Labyrinth Mosaic. Domu
Spain. Roman city of Italica. Founded in 206 BC. House of Neptune. Labyrinth Mosaic. Domus roman

Roman city of Italica. House of the Birds. Mosaic. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. House of the Birds. Central mosaic. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. House of the Birds. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. House of the Birds. Fountain close to the peristyle portico. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. House of the Birds. Bread oven. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. House of the Birds. Bread oven. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. Mosaic at the Domus of Neptune. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. Domus of Neptune. Mosaic. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. Traianeum. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. Traianeum. Roman road. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. House of Neptune. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. House of Neptune. Mosaic detail. Andalusia

Roman city of Italica. Domus of the Exedra. Spain
Spain. Italica. Roman city founded c. 206 BC. Domus of the Exedra. Cruciform pillars of the perimeter portico. Andalusia

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"Italica: A Glimpse into the Rich Tapestry of Roman History and Culture" Step back in time to ancient Rome, where the mighty Trajan reigned as emperor from 98 to 117 AD. Among his many legacies was Italica, a remarkable city located in present-day Spain. This engraving takes us inside the House of Hylas, a magnificent domus adorned with intricate mosaics that tell stories of Roman life. One captivating mosaic depicts maenads dancing on a base, their graceful movements frozen in time. Another artwork transports us to biblical times – The Six Days of Creation from the Biblia italica, translated by Niccolo Malermi in 1494. Woodcut illustrations bring this sacred text to life. Italica's influence extends beyond art and literature. Italian millet (Setaria italica) and rice (Oryza sativa) have nourished generations with their bountiful harvests. Meanwhile, Anchusa azurea, commonly known as Italian bugloss or garden anchusa, adds vibrant blue hues to landscapes. Venturing further into Italica's historical landscape brings us to its central amphitheater arena – witness epic gladiatorial battles unfold before your eyes. Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) thrives here too; its golden grains symbolize sustenance amidst fierce competition. Nature enthusiasts will marvel at Hyacinthoides italica or Italian bluebell's delicate blooms dotting meadows with shades of purple-blue. Senegal senna (Senna italica), an herbal remedy used for centuries due to its medicinal properties, showcases nature's healing power. Lastly, Curtis British Entomology Plate 525 introduces us to fascinating insects found within Italican borders – each one meticulously illustrated for scientific study and appreciation. Italica encapsulates the fusion of history, culture, agriculture, and natural wonders.