Appian Way Collection

View of Ariccia from Genzano, c.1810. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
View of Ariccia from Genzano, c.1810. Knip drew the town of Ariccia and environs as seen from Genzano on two sheets of paper

View of Ariccia from Genzano, c.1810-c.1812. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
View of Ariccia from Genzano, c.1810-c.1812. Knip drew the town of Ariccia and environs as seen from Genzano on two sheets of paper

Tomb on the Via Appia. Creator: Herman van Swanevelt
Tomb on the Via Appia

Hercule Farnèse, c.1790. Creator: Hubert Robert
Hercule Farnese, c.1790. The Farnese Hercules. Via Appia, Italy. A man lifts a tombstone and discovers the entrance to a vault

Parte dell'antica via Appia (Section of the Old Appian Way), 1756. Creator: Adolphe Appian
Parte dell'antica via Appia (Section of the Old Appian Way), 1756

Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818. Creator: Theodore Gericault
Italian landscape at the tomb, c1818

A View from the Palatine Hill, Rome, the Alban Hills in the Distance, c.1775. Creator: Carlo Labruzzi
A View from the Palatine Hill, Rome, the Alban Hills in the Distance, c.1775

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ancient Appian Way - Ancient Roman road

Roman Villa of Quintilii, Appian Way, Rome, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe

Terme, Baths, Roman Villa of Quintilii, Appian Way, Rome, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe

Europe, Italy, Rome. Via Appia Antica. An ancient roman sculpture in the Capo di Bove archeological site

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ancient Appian Way, St. Pauls Gate and Museum of the Ostian Way

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Ancient Appian Way, Villa de Massenzio

Remains of the Appian Way near Rome, Lazio, Italy

Italy, Lazio. Rome, Appian Way, Via Appia

Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam, ca. 1550-60. ca. 1550-60. Creator: Anon
Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam, ca. 1550-60

Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Means by which the large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted... 1756-57
Means by which the large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted during the construction of the large Tomb of Caecilia Metella, known today as Capo di Bove, 1756-57

View of a large structure, remains of the Tomb of the Metelli on the Appian Way about five miles from Porta S. Sebastiano, in the village of S. Maria Nuova... 1756-57

The discoveries at the Aelian Bridge in Rome (b / w photo)
1064252 The discoveries at the Aelian Bridge in Rome (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The discoveries at the Aelian Bridge in Rome)

The New Overland Route to India, the Two Columns at Brindisi, marking the Terminus of the Appian Way (engraving)
1103820 The New Overland Route to India, the Two Columns at Brindisi, marking the Terminus of the Appian Way (engraving) by English School

Tomb of Caecilia Metella called Capo di Bove, or Ox Head, 1748 (etching)
1071712 Tomb of Caecilia Metella called Capo di Bove, or Ox Head, 1748 (etching) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

The Appian Way, Rome, Italy (engraving)
5997437 The Appian Way, Rome, Italy (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Appian Way, Rome, Italy)

Roman tombs lining the Appian Way at the three mile marker (litho)
5997078 Roman tombs lining the Appian Way at the three mile marker (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Roman tombs lining the Appian Way at the three mile marker (engraving)
5216751 Roman tombs lining the Appian Way at the three mile marker (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Aqueduct of Claudius on the new Appian Way (b / w photo)
2802406 Aqueduct of Claudius on the new Appian Way (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aqueduct of Claudius on the new Appian Way)

Via Appia (engraving)
969570 Via Appia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Via Appia. Illustration for Italy from the Alps to Mount Etna (Chapman and Hall)

Restoration of the Villa of the Quintilii, on the Appian Way, from Canina (engraving)
663207 Restoration of the Villa of the Quintilii, on the Appian Way, from Canina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way (engraving)
663065 Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way)

Joseph-Antoine Moltedo, c. 1810 (oil on canvas)
3493142 Joseph-Antoine Moltedo, c.1810 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 75.2x58.1 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Appian Way: In its actual State, and restored by M. Ancelet (engraving)
662827 Appian Way: In its actual State, and restored by M. Ancelet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Appian Way: In its actual State, and restored by M)

Mountainous River Landscape with the Tomb of Cecilia Metella
LST204168 Mountainous River Landscape with the Tomb of Cecilia Metella and the Campanile of Campovaccino, 1752 (oil on canvas laid down on masonite) by Ricciardelli

The paving of the Via Appia Antica, from Le Antichita Romane de G. B
CHT225182 The paving of the Via Appia Antica, from Le Antichita Romane de G.B. Piranesi (1756), published in Paris, 1835 (engraving) by Piranesi

From Brindisi to Burma (engraving)
1061887 From Brindisi to Burma (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Brindisi to Burma)

Monks on the Appian Way, ca. 1865. Creator: Elihu Vedder
Monks on the Appian Way, ca. 1865

The Tomb of Caecilia Metella, c. 1830. Creator: Leon-Francois-Antoine Fleury
The Tomb of Caecilia Metella, c. 1830

Christ Carrying the Cross, early 1620s. Creator: Cornelis van Poelenburch
Christ Carrying the Cross, early 1620s

Demonstration panel showing technique for raising travertine and marble blocks for the construction of the tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

Plan of a tomb on the Appian Way in Vigna Buonamici (Pianta di un sepolcro sull antica Via Appia nella Vigna Buonamici), from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

The tomb of Caecilia Metella, from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views), ca. 1762

View of the Basilica of San Sebastiano fuori delle mura [St. Sebastian ouside the Walls] on the Appian Way, from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views), ca. 1750

Plate 20: Tomb of Caecilia Metella called the Capo di Bove (Ox Head) (Sepolcro di Metela detto Capo di Bove), ca. 1748

Plate 19: Part of the ancient Appian Way about three miles outside Porta S. Sebastiano, from Alcune Vedute di Archi Trionfali ed altri monumenti inalzati da Romani parte de quali se veggono in Roma e

Plate 27: Tomb of the three Curiatii brothers in Albano (Sepolcro delle tre fratelli Curiati in Albano), ca. 1748

Plate 8: Arch of Drusus at the Porta S. Sebastiano in Rome (Arco di Druso alla Porta di Sebastiano in Roma), ca. 1748

Hampshire RG24 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire RG24 8

North East Derbyshire S45 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North East Derbyshire S45 9

South Kesteven PE6 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Kesteven PE6 9

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"The Ancient Appian Way: A Journey Through Time in Italy's Lazio Region" Step back in time and explore the historic Appian Way, an ancient Roman road that stretches through the picturesque region of Lazio in Italy. This iconic route, also known as Via Appia Antica, holds centuries of history within its cobblestones. Starting from Rome, this well-preserved path takes you on a captivating journey through the heart of Europe's eternal city. As you walk along the Appian Way, marvel at the remnants of grandeur left by the Romans who once traveled these very same roads. One notable stop along this ancient thoroughfare is Capo di Bove, where an impressive Roman sculpture stands tall amidst lush surroundings. Dating back to antiquity, it serves as a testament to the artistic prowess of that era. Continuing your exploration further along the Appian Way brings you to St. Sebastian Catacombs and Villa de Massenzio. These archaeological sites offer glimpses into ancient burial practices and imperial residences that were once part of daily life during Roman times. As you venture deeper into Lazio's countryside, encounter more ruins and remains scattered alongside this historical route. The sepulchral monuments like Sepulchrum Antiquum Ad Viam Appiam showcase intricate craftsmanship from centuries past while Robert MacPherson's Ruin of a Round Fortress Building transports you to another era with its evocative depiction. The engineering marvels employed by Romans are also evident here; witness how large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted using innovative techniques showcased in artwork dating back to 1756-57. A highlight not to be missed is visiting the Tomb of Metelli – one can't help but be awestruck by its massive structure rising proudly against the skyline. These discoveries continue at every turn on this remarkable road trip through history. Lastly, don't forget about Brindisi.