Epigrams Collection

Page from the epigrams of St Prosper (colour litho)
961173 Page from the epigrams of St Prosper (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Choice examples of paleography)

Sir Thomas Urquardt (engraving)
666016 Sir Thomas Urquardt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Thomas Urquardt)

Stucco design with Bacchantes from the House of Epigrams, Reg. V, Ins. 1, No. 18. The mural perished soon after its discovery in 1875

Floor mosaic from the House of Epigrams, Regio V, Insula 1, 18. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles Peintures de Pompei

Floors with colourful marble stones from the House of the Epigrams, Regio V, Insula 1, 18. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus

Decorative figures from the House of Epigrams, Regio V, Insula 1, 18. An urn and mythical beast at top, and a goat and hunting scene with dog and hare below

Wall paintings of foliage, fruit, festoons, cupids and Pan
Wall paintings of foliage, fruit and cupid from House of the Epigrams, V.1.18, arabesque from Casa dei Guerrieri or the House of the Bronzehandlers, I.3.25

Wall paintings from rooms in the House of the Epigrams, Reg. V, Ins. 1, No. 18. On the left, a mural from an atrium, and at right, a mural from an antichamber

Wall painting from a room in the House of the Epigrams, Reg. V, Ins. 1, No. 18. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles

Statue of Pasquin in the House of Cardinal Ursino, Published after 1582

Epigrams by Marcus Valerius Martial, engraving representing Martial delivering a copy of his work to the emperor Nero, Italian engraving of 1514

De Architectura by Vitruvius. Detail
Labourers working on the foundations of a building. De Architectura by Marcus Vitruvius (88-26 BC). Book IX, page 83 v. Venice. 1511

Epigrams by Martial
Detail of the book Epigrams by Martial (40-104), latin poet. Latin edition. Venice. 1514

Eagle. Epigrams by Martial
Eagle. Detail of the book Epigrams by Martial (40-104), latin poet. Latin edition. Venice. 1514

James Elphinston
JAMES ELPHINSTON teacher, author and translator whose version of Martials epigrams was sadly ridiculed. Date: 1721 - 1809

Abraham Kastner - 2
ABRAHAM GOTTHELF KASTNER or Kaestner) German mathematician and composer of epigrams. Date: 1719 - 1800

Abraham Kastner - 1
ABRAHAM GOTTHELF KASTNER or Kaestner) German mathematician and composer of epigrams, none of which I am in a position to quote

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Epigrams, the concise and witty expressions of thought, have left their mark throughout history. From the pages of St Prosper's epigrams to Sir Thomas Urquardt's engravings, these captivating literary gems continue to captivate us. Even in architecture, epigrams find a place of prominence. The stucco design adorned with Bacchantes from the House exudes elegance and artistic brilliance. And who can ignore the mesmerizing floor mosaic from the House of Epigrams? Its intricate patterns tell stories that transcend time. The floors themselves are a work of art, with colorful marble stones meticulously arranged to create breathtaking designs. Decorative figures adorning the walls further enhance this visual feast for our eyes. Speaking of walls, they too become canvases for expression in the House of Epigrams. Wall paintings depicting foliage, fruit, festoons, cupids and Pan transport us into a world where nature intertwines with mythology. But it is not just within these grand houses that epigrams find their voice; even statues like Pasquin in Cardinal Ursino's house speak volumes through their silent presence. Published after 1582 as an epitome of wit and satire, Pasquin embodies the spirit behind many memorable epigrammatic verses. And let us not forget Marcus Valerius Martial's engraved representation delivering his own collection – a testament to how these succinct lines can convey profound meaning. In every corner we turn or page we flip through history’s annals, we encounter traces of epigrammatic genius. Whether it be Vitruvius' detailed architectural treatise or any other form it takes on - poetry or prose - one thing remains certain: epigrams continue to inspire and delight generations across time.