Roman Poet Collection

Ovid (engraving)
XJF872749 Ovid (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Publius Ovidius Naso (43 BC-17 AD); ); English, out of copyright

Virgil (70-19 BC) and the Muses, from Sousse (Hadrumetum) (mosaic)
XIR125338 Virgil (70-19 BC) and the Muses, from Sousse (Hadrumetum) (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); 122x122.5 cm; Musee National du Bardo, Le Bardo, Tunisia; (add.info.: Clio)

Ms 493 fol. 29r Virgil writing before Artemis, from The Georgics
XIR164463 Ms 493 fol.29r Virgil writing before Artemis, from The Georgics by Virgil (70-19 BC) with Commentary by Servius, 1469 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale

Virgil (70-19 BC) and Dante entering Hell, illustration from The Divine Comedy
CHT230854 Virgil (70-19 BC) and Dante entering Hell, illustration from The Divine Comedy (Inferno) by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Paris, published 1885 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Bust of Virgil (70-19 BC) (stone) (b / w photo)
ALI215433 Bust of Virgil (70-19 BC) (stone) (b/w photo) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: located at the Sala dei Filosofi; ); Alinari

Dante, Virgil and the Plague-stricken, from The Divine Comedy
XIR159052 Dante, Virgil and the Plague-stricken, from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice

Virgil (70-19 BC) and Dante, illustration from The Divine Comedy
CHT230858 Virgil (70-19 BC) and Dante, illustration from The Divine Comedy (Inferno) by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Paris, published 1885 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Ms Fr 874 f. 31v A Hunt, illustration from Ovids Epistles (vellum)
XZL151160 Ms Fr 874 f.31v A Hunt, illustration from Ovids Epistles (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Portraits of Horace (65-8 BC) Scipio Aemilianus (Africanus Minor) (185-129 BC) and Plautus (c)
XIR84908 Portraits of Horace (65-8 BC) Scipio Aemilianus (Africanus Minor) (185-129 BC) and Plautus (c.254-184 BC) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale

Ovid (engraving)
KW268326 Ovid (engraving) by Cook, J.W. (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Publius Ovidius Naso (43 BC-17 AD); ); Ken Welsh; British, out of copyright

(clockwise from left) Portrait of Horace (65-8 BC); portrait of Scipio Aemilianus
XIR245282 (clockwise from left) Portrait of Horace (65-8 BC); portrait of Scipio Aemilianus (Africanus Minor) (185-129 BC); portrait of Plautus (c.254-184 BC) (engraving) (b/w photo) (detail of 84908)

Virgil (70-19 BC) 1861 (marble)
XIR183303 Virgil (70-19 BC) 1861 (marble) by Thomas, Gabriel Jules (1824-1905); height: 183 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Virgil Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, c. 1812 (oil on canvas)
XIR176743 Virgil Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, c.1812 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 304x323 cm; Musee des Augustins, Toulouse

Two portraits of Catullus (c. 84-c. 54 BC) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR164993 Two portraits of Catullus (c.84-c.54 BC) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

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"Exploring the Legacy of Roman Poets: From Ovid to Virgil and Dante" In this captivating collection of engravings, mosaics, and illustrations, we delve into the world of ancient Roman poets. The first engraving portrays Ovid, a renowned poet whose works continue to inspire generations. His image exudes wisdom and creativity as he immortalizes his words on parchment. Moving forward in time, we encounter Virgil, a masterful poet from the 1st century BC. In one striking mosaic from Sousse (Hadrumetum), Virgil stands alongside the Muses themselves, symbolizing his divine inspiration. Another illustration depicts him writing before Artemis in reverence for nature's beauty as depicted in "The Georgics. " Dante Alighieri enters our narrative through his masterpiece "The Divine Comedy. " An enchanting engraving showcases Dante accompanied by Virgil himself as they embark on their journey through Hell. Their faces reflect determination amidst chaos and despair. As we explore further within "The Divine Comedy, " another illustration reveals Dante encountering the Erinyes - fearsome goddesses who punish sinners in Greek mythology. This depiction captures both terror and awe inspired by Dante's vivid imagination. We also catch glimpses of other influential figures intertwined with these poets' legacies. A bust of Virgil reminds us of his enduring impact on literature throughout centuries. Portraits grace our vision - Horace with an air of sophistication; Scipio Aemilianus radiating leadership; Plautus evoking laughter through comedic genius. Lastly, a vellum illustration from Ovid's Epistles transports us to a hunt scene filled with action and adventure – showcasing yet another facet of this multifaceted poet's repertoire. Through these images spanning different eras and mediums, we witness how these remarkable poets have shaped literary traditions across time.