Janus Collection (#2)

Victory Janus Chronos & Gaea Giulio Romano Giulio Pippi
Victory, Janus, Chronos & Gaea; Giulio Romano (Giulio Pippi) (Italian, before 1499 - 1546); about 1532 - 1534; Pen and brown ink and wash over black chalk; 37.5 x 31.8 cm (14 3, 4 x 12 1, 2 in.)

Janus Figure, Boa Island, Lower Lough Erne, Co Fermanagh, Ireland; Celtic Carved Stones

The Janus Stone, Boa Island Co Fermanagh, Ireland

Roman as with a representation of the god Janus. This was the first coin ever struck by Ancient Rome

Janus, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Janus, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

Janus Dousa (1545-1604), Dutch statesman, historian, poet and philologist

Cortege of Janus, 1764. Artist: De Fehrt, A. J. (1723-1774)
Cortege of Janus, 1764. Found in the collection of the State Museum Arkhangelskoye Estate, Moscow

January, early 15th century. The man sitting at the table feasting is Janus, the two-faced Roman god, keeper of the gate of heaven, for whom the month is named

Two-headed Celtic Janus figure, 5th century
Two-headed Celtic Janus figure, at Boa Island, County Fermanagh, Ireland. The form is related to Spanish fiddle-idols, 5th century

Celtic stone Janus-figure, Holzgerlin, Wurttemburg, Germany, 6th - 4th century BC

Pagan Celtic stone Janus-head figure, Boa Island, Co. Fermanagh, Ireland
Pagan Celtic stone Janus-head figure, Boa Island, Co.Fermanagh, Ireland

Bronze Roman republican As, 1st century
A bronze Roman republican As, showing the head of Janus, 1st century

Janus, Roman god and keeper of the gate of heaven, 1798
Janus, two-faced Roman god, keeper of the gate of heaven, 1798. Copperplate engraving

The Grand Old Janus, 1887. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Grand Old Janus, 1887. Gladstone is the statue of Janus, the Roman god of doorways. Janus is usually depicted with two faces looking in different directions

The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. Artist: Charles Henry Bennett
The Double Janus Guard, for Clapham Junction, 1865. A Double Janus, with four faces, stands guard at the new Clapham Junction, a complex arrangement of railway lines

The Reform Janus, 1860. Here, Janus has the face(s) of Lord Russell, who had recently introduced an unpopular bill for Parliamentary Reform

Janus Cornarus
JANUS CORNARUS German medical Date: 1500 - 1558

Seasons 1793 Stipple engraving Plate 5 9 / 16 6 7 / 8
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Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Temple Janus
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Plate 11 Temple Janus Tempio di Giano series
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Reconstruction Temple Janus View Ruins 1704 Pen
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Panoramic mosaic of the Saturn system backlit by the Sun
July 19. 2013 - Panoramic mosaic of the Saturn system, backlit by the Sun, taken by Cassini. The moons Prometheus, Pandora, Janus and Epimetheus are also visible in the mosaic

Saturn Equinox
August 12, 2009 - Of the countless equinoxes Saturn has seen since the birth of the solar system, this one, captured here in a mosaic of light and dark, is the first witnessed by Cassini

Attributed to Hans Steidlin (German, 1555 - 1607), Janus, c. 1600, pen and ink over graphite with brown and pink wash and white heightening on laid paper, blackened on verso and incised for transfer

Engagement between H. M. Steam Frigate janus and the Riff Pirates, On
Engagement between H.M. Steam Frigate " janus" and the Riff Pirates, on the Coast of Morocco

The Tipperary janus, or both sides of the question, IB. [ca. 1831], 1 print : lithograph. Print shows a two-faced Irishman speaking out of both sides for and against a measure proposed for British law

Discovery of America with portraits of Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) and Christopher Columbus
XIR215537 Discovery of America with portraits of Amerigo Vespucci (1454-1512) and Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) engraved by Jan Collaert (1566-1628) printed by Philipp Galle (1537-1612)

Arcadian landscape with Janus Picture, Hermanus Fock, 1781 - 1822

Arcadian landscape with Janus Picture, Marie Lambertine Coclers, 1776 - 1815

The German Autumn Manoeuvres, 1883: the Grand Parade at Janus Hugel, Battalion Of
The German Autumn Manoeuvres, 1883: the Grand Parade at Janus Hugel, Battalion of Infantry Taking up Position

Janus, Zodiacal Sign of Capricorn; Unknown; Hildesheim, Germany, Europe; probably 1170s; Tempera colors, gold leaf, silver leaf, and ink on parchment; Leaf: 28.2 x 18.9 cm (11 1/8 x 7 7/16 in.)

ROME: FORUM BOARIUM. The Arch of Janus Quadrifrons at the Forum Boarium in Rome. Etching by E.M. Cassini, early 19th century

Pompeii - Italy - Foro e tempio di Giove (Jupiter). Date: circa 1910s

January: Man feasting (Janus). Janus (two-faced Roman god, keeper of the gate of heaven) in roundel on centre left. Astrological sign for Aquarius, the Water Carrier. From Bedford Hours. French c1423

The Tipperary Janus, Or Both Sides Of The Question, Ib. [ca. 1831], 1 Print : Lithograph. Print Shows A Two-faced Irishman Speaking Out Of Both Sides For And Against A Measure Proposed For British Law

Engagement Between H. m. Steam Frigate janus And The Riff Pirates
Engagement Between H.m. Steam Frigate " janus" And The Riff Pirates, On The Coast Of Morocco

Copperplate engraving of Janus, 1798
Janus: Two - faced Ancient Roman god, keeper of the gate of heaven. Copperplate engraving 1798

Italy, Latium region, Rome, Arch of Janus, 4th century
Italy - Latium region - Rome. Arch of Janus, 4th century

Two-faced Janus head from Vulci, Montalto di Castro, Viterbo Province, Italy
Etruscan civilization. Two-faced Janus head, from Vulci, Montalto di Castro, Viterbo Province, Italy

Small bronze of two-faced Janus with engraved inscription from Cortona, Arezzo
Etruscan civilization, 3rd-2nd century b.C. Small bronze of two-faced Janus with engraved inscription. From Cortona, Arezzo

Tofacitinib rheumatoid arthritis drug F007 / 0196
Tofacitinib rheumatoid arthritis drug, molecular model. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: hydrogen (white), carbon (grey), oxygen (red) and nitrogen (blue)

Tofacitinib rheumatoid arthritis drug F007 / 0195
Tofacitinib rheumatoid arthritis drug, molecular model. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: hydrogen (white), carbon (grey), oxygen (red) and nitrogen (blue)

Rome / Arch Janus / C1760
18th century ruins of the ARCH OF JANUS built in the 4th century AD. it is sometimes mistaken for the Temple of Peace and War. Date: Circa 1760

Gates of Janus Closed
The emperor Augustus closes the gates of the Temple of Janus, as a sign that Rome is at peace, both by land and by sea

Epicurus / Bouillon
EPICURUS AND METRODORUS Greek philosopher (left), and with his chief pupil Metrodorus (right)

Metrodorus / Bouillon
METRODORUS the Younger Greek philosopher of Lampsacus (right), chief pupil of Epicurus (left)

Johan Van Der Does / Larme
JOHAN VAN DER DOES alias JANUS DOUSA Dutch political leader and writer

January C18Th
This month is shown as a man in purple robes burning incense. This month is named after the god Janus and considered sacred and an auspicious birthdate

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"Janus: The Dual-Faced Deity and Symbol of Transition" In Roman mythology, Janus was the god of beginnings, transitions, and endings. With two faces looking in opposite directions, he symbolized the duality of time and change. Often associated with Saturn, Janus held a significant role in ancient Rome. The Temple stood as a testament to his importance. This sacred place served as a gateway between peace and war. When open during times of conflict, it signified Rome's engagement in battles; when closed like in 29 BC by Augustus Caesar, it represented an era of peace. Beyond mythology, "Janus" also finds its way into politics. The term "political Janus" refers to individuals who display contradictory behavior or hold conflicting beliefs for personal gain – much like the two-faced deity himself. Aviation enthusiasts may recognize the name from Schempp-Hirth's glider models: Janus C R1 and Janus C EKB. These sleek aircraft embody the spirit of transition as they gracefully soar through the skies. Another notable mention is Schempp-Hirth Kestrel TX 1 ZD975 – an advanced training glider used by military forces worldwide. Its versatility mirrors that himself - adapting effortlessly to various situations. Throughout history, artists have depicted this intriguing deity on coins and sculptures alike. A Roman representation showcases his distinctive double visage while Ingrid Selmer-Larsen's figurehead captures his essence beautifully in her work titled "Janus, " created in 1938. Ancient coins such as the Didrachm from 225-214 BCE depict intricate images featuring Janus' face – a reminder that even back then people recognized his significance as a symbol of change and new beginnings. From mythological tales to political metaphors and modern aviation marvels, "Janus" continues to captivate our imagination with its timeless representation of transition and the ever-changing nature of life.