Nero Collection

Victorias Dogs
Three of her dogs - Dash, Hector and Nero - and a lory

Emperor Nero watches Rome burn, whilst playing his Lyre
Roman Emperor Nero watches Rome burn from the Tower of Maecenas on the Esquiline Hill, whilst singing and playing the lyre. Painting by Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916). Polish Artist Date: 64 AD

Colossal Nero statue, 1st century, drawing
Ancient Rome. Colossal Nero statue. Rome, 1st century. Color illustration

Tiberius, Roman Emperor
Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus TIBERIUS, Roman emperor

Emperor Nero in marble, Certosa di Pavia, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Claudius I (Statue)
Tiberius CLAUDIUS Drusus Nero Germanicus, Roman emperor

Portrait of Roman Emperor Maurice
Roman Emperor Maurice, 539-602. Mauricius, Mauritius, Flavius Mauricius Tiberius, Byzantine Emperor. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy

Play of light
Luca Lavezzo

NAUMACHIA OF NERO
A naumachia staged by the emperor Nero in a flooded amphitheatre near the site of the Vatican : the crews - prisoners or criminals - fought to the death Date: circa 60

RACINE/BRITANNICUS
BRITANNICUS Agrippina reproaches Nero for the death of Britannicus Date: 1669

The Naumachia of Nero. A naumachia refers to the depiction of a naval battle among the Romans
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Bust with the head of so called Nero as a child, 1st half of the 1st century AD, (sculpture)
7146654 Bust with the head of so called Nero as a child, 1st half of the 1st century AD, (sculpture) by Roman, (1st century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Nero looking at Rome burning, 1912 (illustration)
1823097 Nero looking at Rome burning, 1912 (illustration) by Sienkiewicz, Henryk (1846-1916); (add.info.: Roman emperor Neron looking at Rome burning on july 19, 1964)

Portrait of Nero, 54-68 AD (marble)
7146759 Portrait of Nero, 54-68 AD (marble) by Roman, (1st century AD); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Nero, 54-68 AD, roman art, marble, Uffizi gallery)

Incendie de Rome, Great fire of Rome (postcard)
3434343 Incendie de Rome, Great fire of Rome (postcard) by Styka, Jan (1858-1925); (add.info.: Rome Antique. Coll. Part. History. Ancient Rome)

Neros torches-Burning of Christians at Rome (engraving)
654104 Neros torches-Burning of Christians at Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neros torches - Burning of Christians at Rome)

Christian Martyrs in the Roman Arena, c. 1865 (wood engraving)
KW441367 Christian Martyrs in the Roman Arena, c.1865 (wood engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Neros Human Torches
LLM454205 Neros Human Torches by North American, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Neros Human Torches. After the burning of Rome, Nero caused the priests, whom he accused of the crime)

Neros Aqueduct (Arcus Neroniani) in Rome (engraving)
1721889 Neros Aqueduct (Arcus Neroniani) in Rome (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Built by Nero between 54-68 AD.)

Emperor Nero (engraving)
1721890 Emperor Nero (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus (15 December AD 37 - 9 June AD 68)

Emperor Nero on Horseback (engraving)
1721872 Emperor Nero on Horseback (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Emperor Nero (37-68) roman emperor in 54-68 on horseback, engraving)

Woman holding a handkerchief (oil painting on canvas)
6283375 Woman holding a handkerchief (oil painting on canvas) by Muzzioli, Giovanni (1854-94); 122x90 cm; Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna

Girl in Black (oil on paper)
5894095 Girl in Black (oil on paper) by Forghieri, Giovanni (1898-1944); Assicoop-Unipol Collection, Modena, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Collezione Assicoop - Unipol, inv)

Nero and Agrippina
2562756 Nero and Agrippina by Rizzi, Antonio (1869-1940); Palazzo del Comune, Cremona, Italy; (add.info.: Cremona, Palazzo del Comune (Town Hall Palace)

Roman noblemen in laurel wreaths and toga at a sacrificial rite
6340014 Roman noblemen in laurel wreaths and toga at a sacrificial rite by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Roman noblemen in laurel wreaths and toga at a sacrificial rite)

Nero in a Bachanalian scene
LLM454258 Nero in a Bachanalian scene by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nero in a Bachanalian scene)

Aureus (Coin) Portraying Nero Claudius Drusus, 41-45, issued by Claudius (Tiberius Claudius Nero)

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 65. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 65

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 37-38. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 37-38

As (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 39-41. Creator: Unknown
As (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 39-41

As (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 50-54. Creator: Unknown
As (Coin) Portraying Germanicus, 50-54

Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 66-67. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 66-67

Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 67-68. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 67-68

Aureus (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, December 67-December 68, issued by Nero

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-68. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-68

Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-69. Creator: Unknown
Sestertius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-69

Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-68. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Nero, 54-68

Justitia (Justice) from Los Honores, Flanders, 1525 / 32. Creators: Unknown
Justitia (Justice) from Los Honores, Flanders, 1525/32. Presumably after a design by Bernard van Orley. Top left corner and center of lower section possibly produced at the workshop of Pieter van

Dupondius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 63. Creator: Unknown
Dupondius (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 63

Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 64-65. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Portraying Emperor Nero, 64-65

Plate 6: Nero with his head turned slightly to the right, from The Twelve Caesars, 1610-40

Vespasien sleeping with Nero claims his own verses (engraving)
3625704 Vespasien sleeping with Nero claims his own verses (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vespasien endormi pendant que Neron recite ses propres vers)

Dash, Hector, Nero, and Lory (chromolitho)
3641816 Dash, Hector, Nero, and Lory (chromolitho) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dash, Hector, Nero, and Lory)

Nero and Agrippina (chromolitho)
1094051 Nero and Agrippina (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nero and Agrippina)

Obelisks and Egyptians (coloured engraving)
997702 Obelisks and Egyptians (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Nero the lion, Surrey Zoological Gardens, London (engraving)
586343 Nero the lion, Surrey Zoological Gardens, London (engraving) by Barraud, William (1810-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nero the lion, Surrey Zoological Gardens)

Nero (engraving)
654105 Nero (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nero. Illustration from Cassells Illustrated Universal History by Edward Ollier (1890)

The Plaza, Piccadilly Circus, London
The Plaza Theatre, Piccadilly Circus, London, iluminated at night. Date: circa 1930s

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"Emperor Nero: A Controversial Figure in Roman History" Victoria's Dogs, the beloved pets of Emperor Nero, were often seen by his side as he ruled over Rome with an iron fist. Despite his love for these loyal companions, Nero's reign was marked by scandal and controversy. One infamous event that defined Nero's legacy was the sight of him playing his Lyre while Rome burned. This callous act showcased his indifference towards the suffering of his people and solidified him as a tyrant in the eyes of many. Tiberius, another Roman Emperor known for his debauchery and cruelty, paled in comparison to Nero's infamy. The colossal statue depicting Nero from the 1st century stands as a haunting reminder of this dark period in history. In contrast to this imposing image, a marble sculpture at Certosa di Pavia portrays Emperor Nero with an air of regality. The play of light on this masterpiece captures both his power and complexity as a ruler. The Naumachia refers to naval battles depicted by Romans during exhibitions held in historical Rome. These grand spectacles were orchestrated by none other than Emperor Nero himself, showcasing both his extravagance and thirst for entertainment. Racine's play "Britannicus" delves into the intricate web of politics surrounding Emperor Claudius I during Nero's rise to power. It sheds light on the treacherous nature that permeated their relationship and ultimately led to Claudius' demise. However, not all aspects of Nero's rule were shrouded in darkness. His torches symbolize one particularly grim chapter - the burning of Christians at Rome - which occurred under unknown circumstances but left an indelible mark on history. The Naumachia exhibition itself is brought back to life through digital reproductions from a 17th-century original artwork. While its exact date remains elusive, it serves as a testament to the grandeur and audacity of Nero's reign.