Marcus Tullius Collection

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Cicero in the Roman Senate, accusing Catiline of betrayal. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

View of the Temple of Fortuna Augusta, Pompeii. Built by Marcus Tullius. On the corner of Via del Foro
FLO4688130 View of the Temple of Fortuna Augusta, Pompeii. Built by Marcus Tullius. On the corner of Via del Foro and Via della Fortuna

Cicero, (106-43 BC), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Cicero, (106-43 BC), 1830. Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BC) Roman statesman, orator, lawyer and philosopher, who served as consul in the year 63 BC

Two Youths contemplating Statues of Demosthenes, Cicero and Pitt, c1780-1848

Cicero throws up his Brief, like a Gentleman, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Cicero throws up his Brief, like a Gentleman, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

Cicero the Roman Consul, c1900, (1912). Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 BC-43 BC) a Roman philosopher, politician, lawyer, orator, political theorist and consul. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J

Philosophia, 1502 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Philosophia, 1502 (1906). From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig, Deutsch Verlags-Ansalt, 1906]

Cicero denouncing Cataline, 1850s. Artist: John Leech
Cicero denouncing Cataline, 1850s. Scene from The Comic History of Rome by Gilbert Abbott A Beckett

Roman mosaic of Scene from play with masked actors, Villa of Cicero, Pompeii, c2nd century BC. Three actors dressed as women wearing masks are seated round a circular table. By Dioscurides of Samos

Roman Mosaic from Pompeii of ducks and frogs in a water garden, 1st century. Artist: Dioscurides of Samos
Roman Mosaic from Pompeii of ducks and frogs in a water garden, 1st century. Museo Archeologico Nazionale

Costume design for classical figures, 16th century. Artist: Giuseppe Arcimboldi
Costume design for classical figures, 16th century. Top left: Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BC), Roman orator and statesman. Top right: Euclid (active 300 BC), Greek mathematician

Wall painting of Grammar, Logic, Rhetoric and Music from le Puy, France

MARCUS TULLIUS speech to the people of Rome
MARCUS TULLIUS the Roman writer, statesman and orator delivering a speech to the people of Rome

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Marcus Tullius Cicero, a name that resonates throughout history. Born in 106 BC, he was a Roman scholar, writer, and statesman who left an indelible mark on ancient Rome. His brilliance is captured in the intricate Roman mosaic of Scene from play with masked actors found at the Villa of Cicero in Pompeii. Cicero's eloquence and oratory skills were legendary, as depicted in the captivating artwork by Dioscurides of Samos - a Roman Mosaic from Pompeii showcasing ducks and frogs frolicking in a water garden. Just like these creatures peacefully coexist, Cicero aimed to bring harmony to society through his speeches. However, not all moments were serene for this influential figure. The murder of Cicero remains shrouded in mystery even today; an event that forever silenced one of Rome's greatest minds. Yet his legacy lives on through various artistic interpretations such as the haunting depiction created by an unknown artist in 1890. Cicero's impact extended beyond his own time period. Two youths contemplating statues of Demosthenes, Cicero, and Pitt symbolize how his ideas transcended centuries. Even artists like John Leech couldn't resist capturing his essence - whether it be throwing up his brief like a gentleman or denouncing Catiline with fervor. In Albrecht Durer's engraving "Philosophia, " we see Marcus Tullius alongside other great thinkers - a testament to his intellectual prowess and contribution to philosophy. His writings continue to inspire generations long after his death. Marcus Tullius Cicero was more than just a historical figure; he embodied the ideals of wisdom and justice during tumultuous times. From delivering powerful speeches against corrupt politicians to advocating for societal harmony, he left an enduring legacy that continues to captivate us today.