Aurelian Walls Collection

The Aurelian Wall in Rome, c.1809-c.1812. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
The Aurelian Wall in Rome, c.1809-c.1812. Construction of this 18-kilometre-long rampart began under the reign of Roman Emperor Aurelian (270-275 AD), which explains its name, the Aurelian Wall

The Baths of Caracalla in Rome, with Frascati in the Distance, c.1809-c.1812. Creator: Josephus Augustus Knip
The Baths of Caracalla in Rome, with Frascati in the Distance, c.1809-c.1812. Above the hills in the background Knip wrote Frascati, a town just southeast of Rome

Porta San Paolo (St. Paulus Gate), Roman Aurelian Walls (Mura Aureliane), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rome, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe

Porta flaminia detta del popolo, gate in the Aurelian Wall in Rome, Italy
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The Hippodrome of Aurelius, it could be the amphitheatre Castrense today, built into the Aurelian Wall
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View of Rome over the Porta del Popolo, lithograph by J. Arnout (colour litho)
702394 View of Rome over the Porta del Popolo, lithograph by J. Arnout (colour litho) by Guesdon, Alfred (1808-1876); Gabinetto Comunale delle Stampe, Rome, Italy; French, out of copyright

The Arrival of Cardinal Francesco Gonzaga; marble quarry workings
BEN78458 The Arrival of Cardinal Francesco Gonzaga; marble quarry workings and an idealised view of Rome, from the Camera degli Sposi or Camera Picta, 1465-74 (fresco) (detail of 78449) by Mantegna

20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls
LLM459770 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: 20 September 1870: Porta Pia - Breaching the walls)

Porta San Paulo, Rome, 1880. Creator: Cass Gilbert
Porta San Paulo, Rome, 1880

Via Porta Pinciana, Rome. Creator: Edward Lear
Via Porta Pinciana, Rome

The Porta Pia [reverse], 1561. Creator: Gian Federigo Bonzagna
The Porta Pia [reverse], 1561

The Pyramid of Caius Cestius, with the Porta S. Paolo and adjoining road (Veduta del Sepolcro di Cajo Cestio), ca. 1755

Porta del Popolo, 1848-52. Creator: Eugene Constant
Porta del Popolo, 1848-52

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Porta Maggiore, 1549. 1549. Creator: Anon
Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Porta Maggiore, 1549

View of the Church of San Pancrazio, Rome, from the South, 1834

Gate of St. Paul and Pyramid of Gaius Cestius, (N. E. ), Rome, Italy, c1909. Creator: Unknown
Gate of St. Paul and Pyramid of Gaius Cestius, (N.E.), Rome, Italy, c1909. The Pyramid of Cestius in Rome near the 3rd-century Aurelian Walls of Porta San Paolo was built as a tomb for magistrate

Aurelianus, (214- 275 AD), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Aurelianus, (214- 275 AD), 1830. Aurelian (214- 275 AD) Roman Emperor from 270 to 275, responsible for the construction of the Aurelian Walls in Rome

Aurelian Walls (Mura Aureliane), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Roma Antiqua, 1785 (engraving)
3037943 Roma Antiqua, 1785 (engraving); Private Collection; out of copyright

Roma - The Aurelian Wall, 1910. Begun by Aurelianus in 271 and completed by his successor Probus in 275, also known as the Wall of Imperial Rome

Gate of St Sebastian in the Aurelian Wall, Rome, Italy. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Gate of St Sebastian in the Aurelian Wall, Rome, Italy. The Porta San Sebastiano, formerly the Porta Appia, Rome, marked the start of the Appian Way begun by Appius Claudius in the 4th century BC

Italy. Rome. Porta Del Popolo From The Base Of The Obelisk. 1963

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The Gate of St. Sebastian, plate seventeen from the Ruins of Rome, published March 1, 1796

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The Aurelian Walls, a magnificent testament to ancient Roman engineering, stand tall and proud in Rome, Italy. These imposing fortifications have witnessed centuries of history and continue to captivate visitors with their grandeur. One notable gateway within the Aurelian Walls is Porta Flaminia, also known as Del Popolo. This gate has served as an entrance into the city since ancient times and remains a symbol of Rome's rich heritage. A digitally restored reproduction from Giovanni Battista's Vedute principali e piu interessanti di Roma allows us to marvel at its architectural splendor. Another fascinating structure built into the Aurelian Wall is what we now know as The Hippodrome of Aurelius or Castrense Amphitheatre. Although its original purpose remains unknown, this 17th-century artwork provides a glimpse into historical Rome and showcases how these walls were integrated into everyday life. In 1963, an enchanting view of Rome over Porta del Popolo was captured in a lithograph by J. Arnout. The bustling streets and iconic obelisk create a picturesque scene that transports us back in time. The Arrival of Cardinal Francesco Gonzaga depicted in marble quarry workings reminds us that even amidst the grandeur of the walls, life continued to unfold within their protective embrace. History took another turn on September 20th, 1870 when Porta Pia became witness to one of Italy's defining moments - the breaching of these formidable walls during Italian unification efforts. This event marked a significant turning point for both Rome and Italy as they moved towards unity. Porta San Paulo stands proudly today; an enduring reminder of Cass Gilbert's architectural brilliance from 1880. Its intricate design showcases the attention to detail that went into constructing these monumental gates. Via Porta Pinciana takes us on a journey through Edward Lear's eyes with his artistic depiction capturing not only the beauty but also the essence of Rome's vibrant streets.