Ivth Collection

Cyclopean walls. Lions gate. Butrint. Republic of Albania
Cyclopean walls of the ancient city dating from IV century B.C. View of the gateway called Lions Gate, one of the six entrances to the city. It shows a lion devouring a bull. Butrint

Constantine I, The Great (272-337). Roman Emperor. Hand of C
Constantine I, The Great (272-337). Roman Emperor. Best known for beign the first christian roman emperor. Hand of Constantines colossal Statue at the Capitoline Museums. Rome. Italy

Funerary stele of Hieron and Lysippe. Greece. IV century B. C
GREEK ART. Greece. IV B..C. Funerary stele of Hieron and Lysippe in penteli marble representing a man and a woman shaking hands, united even after death

Pula. Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Outside view. Republic of Croatia

Catherine of Alexandria, Saint (d. 305)
Catherine of Alexandria, Saint (d.305). Christian martyr of Alexandria. Sculpture dating from 1410-1420. Hungarian National Gallery. Budapest. Hungary

Temple reliefs of Ptolemy I Soter (367-283 BC) at Sharuna
EGYPTIAN ART. Temple reliefs of Ptolemy I Soter (367-283 BC) at Sharuna. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

Reliefs from the temple of Ptolemy I Soter (367-283 BC) in S
Egyptian art. Reliefs from the temple of Ptolemy I Soter (367-283 BC) in Sharunas. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

GREEK ART. REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA. View of BYLLIS archeological site, an old city founded by the Illyrians in IV century BC

Victorinus wall. Late IV century A. C. Byllis Ruins. Republi
ROMAN ART. REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA. Remains of the Wall of Victorinus (Victorino). Late IV century a.C. Byllis Ruins

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Panorama of the ancient ol
Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Panorama of the ancient Olympic Stadium. The east of archaelogical site. Elis. Peloponesse. Greece. Europe

Sanctuary of Olympia. Panorama of the ancient olympic Stadi
Sanctuary of Olympia. Panorama of the ancient Olympic Stadium. The east of archaelogical site. Elis. Peloponesse. Greece. Europe

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Entrance to olympic stadium. Stone arch. III B.C. The east of archaelogical site. Elis. Peloponesse. Greece. Europe

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. The Ancient olympic Stadium
Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. The ancient Olympic Stadium. Detail of the starting line. The east of archaelogical site. Elis. Peloponesse. Greece. Europe

Early Christian art. Byllis ruins. Remains of the Basilica, IV-V centuries A.D. Republic of Albania

Greek Art. Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion. Agora of Athens
Greek Art. Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion. The doric temple, which stands at the western end of the Agora, on the hill of Agoraios Kolonos. Erected by the architect Ictinos (449-415 B.C.)

Arch of Constantine (Arco di Constantino). Triumpahl arch in
Roman Art. Arch of Constantine. Triumphal arch. It was erected to commemorate Constantine victory over Maxentius at the Batlle of Milvian Bridge (October 28, 312)

Roman Art. Circus of Maxentius. Rome. Italy
Roman Art. Circus of Maxentius (Circo di Massenzio). Was built by Emperor Maxentius, on the Via Appia between 306-312 A.D. View of the ruins of the circus. Rome. Italy. Europe

Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater. Peloponnese. Greece
Greek Art. Epidaurus Theater by Polykleitos the Younger. Epidaurus. Peloponnese. Greece. Europe

Early Christian art. Remains of the Basilica. IV-V century A.D. Byllis ruins. Republic of Albania

Ruins of Byllis. Republic of Albania
GREEK ART. REPUBLIC OF ALBANIA. Archeological site of BYLLIS, old city founded by the Illyrians in IV century BC

Greek Art. Choragic monument of Lysicrates. Athens. Greece
Greek Art. Choragic Monumetn of Lysicrates. Was erected by the choregos Lysicartes, a patron of many theatrical performances in the theather of Dionysus

Greek Art Heracles statue. IV century B. C
GREEK ART. Greece. IV century B.C. Statue of Heracles covered with a lions skin. He was holding the mallet in his right hand. Penteli marble. Dated 350-325 B.C

Pope Sylvester I (314-335). Mosaic in the Baptistery of St
BYZANTINE ART. Pope Sylvester I (314-335). Mosaic in the Baptistery of St. Marks Basilica, dating between XII-XIV centuries. Venice. Italy

Byllis Archeological Site. Cathedral. IV century A. C. Republ
Early Christian art. Byllis Archeological Site. Ruins of the cathedral, built in IV century a.C. In the fifth century were added the atrium and gallery. Republic of Albania

The Girl with the Wine Glass in conversation, Jacob Folkema, 1761

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"Exploring the Magnificence of IVth Century Art: From Greek Temples to Roman Engravings" Step into the enchanting world of ancient art as we delve into the captivating wonders century masterpieces. Journey back in time to Greece, where the Temple of Hephaestus or Theseion stands tall, a testament to Greek architectural brilliance. Marvel at its grandeur and intricate details that transport you to an era filled with mythical tales. Venture further into Athens' Agora, once a bustling marketplace where vibrant city life unfolded. Admire the Cyclopean walls and Lions gate of Butrint in Albania, remnants from a bygone civilization that still leave us in awe today. Intriguingly, funerary stele such as Hieron and Lysippe's offer glimpses into ancient Greek burial customs. These beautifully carved monuments speak volumes about their beliefs surrounding death and remembrance. The engraving depicting the Death of Roman Emperor Julian the Apostate takes us beyond Greece's borders but remains within this artistic journey. Witness history unfold through this poignant artwork capturing a significant moment in time. Traveling onwards to Pula's Cathedral of the Assumption of Virgin Mary unveils stunning architecture influenced by various cultures throughout history. Immerse yourself in its beauty while contemplating its rich historical significance. Discover Saint Catherine of Alexandria, whose story has captivated generations with her unwavering faith and courage even in times of persecution. Her depiction serves as a reminder that art can inspire devotion and reverence for centuries on end. Marvel at temple reliefs from Sharuna showcasing Ptolemy I Soter's reign during 367-283 BC—a glimpse into his legacy etched intricately onto stone for eternity to behold. As we return once more to Albania's Byllis archaeological site, let your eyes feast upon Victorinus wall—standing strong since late IV century A. C. —a testament to the resilience of ancient civilizations.