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"Emperor Nero: A Controversial Figure in Roman History" Victoria's Dogs, the beloved pets of Emperor Nero

Background imageNero Collection: Tiberius (Phillips)

Tiberius (Phillips)
Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus TIBERIUS, Roman emperor Date: 42 BC - 37 AD

Background imageNero Collection: Nero (Racine)

Nero (Racine)
NERO CLAUDIUS CAESAR DRUSUS Roman emperor as presented by Jean Racine in his play Britannicus Date: 37 - 68

Background imageNero Collection: Edible bolete or porcino nero, Boletus aereus

Edible bolete or porcino nero, Boletus aereus, and suspect lurid bolete, Boletus luridus.. Chromolithograph from Leon Dufours Atlas des Champignons Comestibles et Veneneux (1891)

Background imageNero Collection: Nero Rubens 1638 Engraving sheet 12 5 / 16 x 7 7 / 8

Nero Rubens 1638 Engraving sheet 12 5 / 16 x 7 7 / 8
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Background imageNero Collection: Tomb Nero Grotteschi Grotesques ca 1748 Etching

Tomb Nero Grotteschi Grotesques ca 1748 Etching
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Background imageNero Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Plate 6, Nero, head, turned, slightly, right, Twelve Caesars

Drawings Prints, Print, Plate 6, Nero, head, turned, slightly, right, Twelve Caesars
Drawings and Prints, Print, Plate 6: Nero with his head turned slightly to the right, from The Twelve Caesars, The Twelve Caesars, Artist, After, Raffaello Schiaminossi, Italian

Background imageNero Collection: Nero 1840-1917 Graphite wash watercolor gouache

Nero 1840-1917 Graphite wash watercolor gouache
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Background imageNero Collection: View Nero aqueduct Rome 1823 Etching sheet 21 3 / 4 x 30 1 / 2

View Nero aqueduct Rome 1823 Etching sheet 21 3 / 4 x 30 1 / 2
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Background imageNero Collection: Design Dish Portraits Roman Emperors Nero Galba

Design Dish Portraits Roman Emperors Nero Galba
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Background imageNero Collection: Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Nero Twelve Caesars

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Nero Twelve Caesars
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Background imageNero Collection: Reconstruction Thermae Nero View Ruins 1704 Red chalk

Reconstruction Thermae Nero View Ruins 1704 Red chalk
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Background imageNero Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Domitius, Nero, Twelve, Caesars, Horseback, Artist, Abraham de Bruyn

Drawings Prints, Print, Domitius, Nero, Twelve, Caesars, Horseback, Artist, Abraham de Bruyn
Drawings and Prints, Print, Domitius Nero from Twelve Caesars on Horseback, Artist, Abraham de Bruyn, Flemish, Antwerp 1540-1587 Cologne (?), Bruyn, Abraham de, 1540, 1587, ca. 1565-1587, 1565, 1587

Background imageNero Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Tiberius, Claudius, Nero, Twelve, Caesars, Horseback, Artist

Drawings Prints, Print, Tiberius, Claudius, Nero, Twelve, Caesars, Horseback, Artist
Drawings and Prints, Print, Tiberius Claudius Nero from Twelve Caesars on Horseback, Artist, Abraham de Bruyn, Flemish, Antwerp 1540-1587 Cologne (?), Bruyn, Abraham de, 1540, 1587, ca

Background imageNero Collection: Source Size = 5401 x 3920

Source Size = 5401 x 3920
" nero after the Burning of Rome, " by Carl Piloty, in the Late International Exhibition, 1862

Background imageNero Collection: Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life

Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life
XIR498162 Altar Frontal depicting Saint Peter seated with crozier and four scenes from his life, 1150-1200 (tempera on panel) by Lleida

Background imageNero Collection: View of the Aqueduct of Nero, from the Views of Rome series, c. 1760 (etching)

View of the Aqueduct of Nero, from the Views of Rome series, c. 1760 (etching)
XJF497234 View of the Aqueduct of Nero, from the Views of Rome series, c.1760 (etching) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vedute di Roma)

Background imageNero Collection: View of the Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, from the Views of Rome series, c

View of the Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, from the Views of Rome series, c
XJF497213 View of the Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine, from the Views of Rome series, c.1760 (etching) by Piranesi, Giovanni Battista (1720-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vedute di Roma)

Background imageNero Collection: Portrait of Emperor Nero medallion, Nicolaes de Bruyn, 1594

Portrait of Emperor Nero medallion, Nicolaes de Bruyn, 1594

Background imageNero Collection: The Fire of Rome, 18 July 64 AD (oil on canvas)

The Fire of Rome, 18 July 64 AD (oil on canvas)
XIR101691 The Fire of Rome, 18 July 64 AD (oil on canvas) by Robert, Hubert (1733-1808); 76x93 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts Andre Malraux, Le Havre, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageNero Collection: Octagonal Table

Octagonal Table; Unknown; Mantua (possibly), Italy, Europe; about 1550; Rosso di Verona inlaid with nero antico and cipollina marble; Object: 84.5 x 115.6 cm (33 1/4 x 45 1/2 in.)

Background imageNero Collection: Pietre dure Table

Pietre dure Table; Unknown; tabletop 1580 - 1600; base 1825; Pietre dure and marble commesso (mosaic) top including breccia di Tivoli (or Quintilina), giallo antico, nero antico, breccia rossa

Background imageNero Collection: Mounted Bowl

Mounted Bowl; Unknown; Paris, France, Europe; about 1760; Bianco e nero antico marble; gilt bronze mounts; Object: H: 31.7 x W: 50.2 x D: 28.3 cm (1 ft. 1/2 in. x 1 ft. 7 3/4 in. x 11 1/8 in.)

Background imageNero Collection: Nero Pauses for a Drink during the Mutilation of His Mothers Bo

Nero Pauses for a Drink during the Mutilation of His Mothers Body; Unknown; Paris, France, Europe; about 1413 - 1415; Tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint

Background imageNero Collection: ROME: RUINS, c1909. Panoramic view of ancient ruins in Rome, Italy. Left to right: Arch of Titus

ROME: RUINS, c1909. Panoramic view of ancient ruins in Rome, Italy. Left to right: Arch of Titus, Neros Temple, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Photographed c1909

Background imageNero Collection: LONGFELLOW: ROMAN TOMB. The so-called Tomb of Nero, in Rome, thought to have

LONGFELLOW: ROMAN TOMB. The so-called Tomb of Nero, in Rome, thought to have been the emperors tomb, but actually erected by Vibia Maria Maxima in honor of her parents

Background imageNero Collection: ROME: FRESCOES. Frescoes from the house of Claudius Nero in Rome

ROME: FRESCOES. Frescoes from the house of Claudius Nero in Rome. Photograph, late 19th century

Background imageNero Collection: Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) Polish historical novelist who received the Nobel

Henryk Sienkiewicz (1846-1916) Polish historical novelist who received the Nobel prize for Literature in 1905. His novel Quo Vadis (1895), set in Rome during the time of the emperor Nero

Background imageNero Collection: Marble bus of emperor Nero, 54 AC

Marble bus of emperor Nero, 54 AC
Nero (37 - 68) Roman emperor from 54. Marble bust

Background imageNero Collection: Nero (37-68), Roman emperor, marble portrait head

Nero (37-68), Roman emperor, marble portrait head
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Nero (37-68), Roman emperor from 54, marble portrait head

Background imageNero Collection: Turkey, Cilicia, Bust of Nero (born Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37 - 68 A. D)

Turkey, Cilicia, Bust of Nero (born Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37 - 68 A. D)
Turkey, Cilicia, Bust of Nero (born Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37 - 68 A.D.), the 5th Roman Emperor, imperial age, Julio-Claudian dynasty, bronze 1st century A.D

Background imageNero Collection: Italy, Lazio Region, Rome, Cryptoportico of Nero, detail of vault stucco works

Italy, Lazio Region, Rome, Cryptoportico of Nero, detail of vault stucco works
Italy - Lazio Region - Rome. Cryptoportico of Nero, detail of the vault stucco works, 1st century A.D

Background imageNero Collection: Silent film production, 1922 C016 / 8830

Silent film production, 1922 C016 / 8830
Silent film production. Filming in 1922 of a scene from a silent film and burlesque on the burning of Rome. A burlesque is intended to amuse by caricaturing the topic depicted

Background imageNero Collection: Pedanius Dioscorides, Greek physician C015 / 1546

Pedanius Dioscorides, Greek physician C015 / 1546
Pedanius Dioscorides, Ancient Greek physician and botanist, studying plants while travelling with the Roman army. Dioscorides worked as a surgeon in the Roman army at the time of the Emperor Nero

Background imageNero Collection: Acco Nero bronze coi

Acco Nero bronze coin Left, bust of Nero. Right, Ploughing with an ox

Background imageNero Collection: Pedanius Dioscorides, Greek physician

Pedanius Dioscorides, Greek physician
Pedanius Dioscorides, Ancient Greek physician. Dioscorides worked as a surgeon in the Roman army at the time of the Emperor Nero during the first century AD

Background imageNero Collection: OCTAVIA (42-62). Roman empress, wife of Nero

OCTAVIA (42-62). Roman empress, wife of Nero.; NERO, Lucius Domitius Nero Claudius (37-68). Roman Emperor from 54 to 68. Portrait of the Emperor Nero and his first wife Octavia. Engraving. SPAIN

Background imageNero Collection: NERO, Lucius Domitius Nero Claudius (37-68)

NERO, Lucius Domitius Nero Claudius (37-68). Roman Emperor from 54 to 68. Coin with Emperor Neros effigy. Coin

Background imageNero Collection: ROME: COLOSSUS OF NERO. Reconstruction of the Colossus of Nero and the Colosseum in ancient Rome

ROME: COLOSSUS OF NERO. Reconstruction of the Colossus of Nero and the Colosseum in ancient Rome. Line engraving, Italian, 1831

Background imageNero Collection: ROME: GEMMA AUGUSTEA. Engraving after the Gemma Augustea cameo depicting the glorification of

ROME: GEMMA AUGUSTEA. Engraving after the Gemma Augustea cameo depicting the glorification of Augustus, 1st century A.D

Background imageNero Collection: NERO (37-68 A. D. ). Roman emperor, 54-68 A. D

NERO (37-68 A. D. ). Roman emperor, 54-68 A. D
NERO (37-68 A.D.). Roman emperor, 54-68 A.D

Background imageNero Collection: NERO PLAYING LYRE, 64 A. D. Nero playing his lyre at the burning of Rome in 64 A. D

NERO PLAYING LYRE, 64 A. D. Nero playing his lyre at the burning of Rome in 64 A. D. Engraving, 18th century
NERO PLAYING LYRE, 64 A.D. Nero playing his lyre at the burning of Rome in 64 A.D. Engraving, 18th century

Background imageNero Collection: NERO (37-68 A. D. ). Emperor of Rome, 54-68 A. D. Emperor Nero watching gladiatorial combat

NERO (37-68 A. D. ). Emperor of Rome, 54-68 A. D. Emperor Nero watching gladiatorial combat through a concavely-ground
NERO (37-68 A.D.). Emperor of Rome, 54-68 A.D. Emperor Nero watching gladiatorial combat through a concavely-ground emerald serving as a lens to correct his myopia

Background imageNero Collection: George Kleine presents the Cines photo drama Quo Vadis Nero

George Kleine presents the Cines photo drama Quo Vadis Nero sings while Rome burns. Motion picture poster for Quo Vadis showing Nero playing lyre while citizens of Rome flee the fire. Date c1913

Background imageNero Collection: Organic black kale cabbage

Organic black kale cabbage plants (Brassica oleracea Nero de Toscana ) in a wooden trug. Cabbage is used as an ingredient in cooking and is a good source of vitamin C

Background imageNero Collection: Nero

Nero
A rather drunk looking man smoking a pipe and playing an accordian sits ignoring the British pound note beside him going up in flames

Background imageNero Collection: Saint Peter Crucified

Saint Peter Crucified
Nero crucifies the apostle Peter head downwards, despite the remonstrations of other saintly persons (there is no reason to believe this ever actually happened)

Background imageNero Collection: Neros Golden Palace

Neros Golden Palace
Reconstruction of the reservoir at the Golden Palace of Nero in Rome

Background imageNero Collection: Tiberius (Bust)

Tiberius (Bust)
Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus TIBERIUS, Roman emperor



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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.