Octavian Collection (page 4)

The Tiburtine Sibyl announcing to Caesar the coming of Jesus, 16th century. Augustus Caesar - Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD), became the first Roman Emperor in 27 BC

Late republican denarii with Mark Antony and Augustus Caesar, 1st century BC
On the left is Mark Antony (83-30 BC), and on the right Octavian/Augustus (63 BC-14 AD)

Portrait of Livia, Roman, second quarter of 1st century. Livia Drusilla (58 BC-29) was the third wife of the Emperor Augustus, mother of Tiberius and grandmother of Claudius

Bust of Augustus, first half of 1st century BC. Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD) became one of a triumvirate of rulers after the death in 44 BC of Julius Caesar, his great-uncle

Head of Augustus, first half of 1st century. Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 BC-14 AD) became one of a triumvirate of rulers after the death in 44 BC of Julius Caesar, his great-uncle

The interview between Cleopatra and Octavian, after his victory over Mark Anthony at the battle of Actium in 31 BC, where she pleads her innocence. Cleopatra VII Philopator, 69 BC - 30 BC

G?ius Cilnius Maec?n?s, c. ?70 BC - 8 BC. Friend and political advisor to Octavian
G?ius Cilnius Maec?n?s, c.?70 BC - 8 BC. Friend and political advisor to Octavian. From Cassells Illustrated Universal History, published 1883

The death of Augustus. Caesar Augustus, 63 BC - AD 14, aka Octavian. First Roman emperor. From Cassells Illustrated Universal History, published 1883

The Battle Of Actium, At Which Octavian Defeated Antony And Cleopatra In 31 Bc. From The Book Harmsworth History Of The World Published 1908

Coin From The Time Of Augustus Born Gaius Octavius B C 63 A D 14

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Tiberius, from The Twelve Caesars, ca. 1500-1534. ca
Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Tiberius, from The Twelve Caesars, ca. 1500-1534

Roman Art. Togatus. Restored as Augustus. Emperor (27 B. C
Roman Art. Togatus. Restored as Augustus. First Roman Emperor (27 B.C. -14 A.D.). Sculpture. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Augustus, (63 B. C. -14 D. C. ). First emperor of the Roman Empi
Augustus, (63 B.C.-14 D.C.). First emperor of the Roman Empire. Augustus of Prima Porta. White marble statue. 1st century

Augustus (63 BC-14 AD). First Emperor. Statue as Pontifex Ma
Augustus (Imperator Caesar Divi F. Augustus). (63 BC-14 AD). Founder of the Roman Empire and its first Emperor. Statue as Pontifex Maximus. Archaeological Museum of Corinth. Greece

Augustus (61 B. C-14 A. D). as Pontifex Maximus
Augustus (61 BC-14 AD) as Pontifex Maximus. First emperor of the Roman Empire. Marble statue. Roman National Museum. Rome. Italy

Roman Art. The Mausoleum of Augustus. Rome. Italy
Roman Art. The Mausoleum of Augustus. Tomb built by Roman Emperor Augustus in 28 BC on The Campus Martius. Rome. Itay. Europe

Octavian Fugger II
OCTAVIAN FUGGER II Member of prominent German banking family. Date: 1549 - 1600

Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa
MARCUS VIPSANIUS AGRIPPA Roman statesman, friend and adviser of Octavian Date: 62 - 12 BC

Augustus with Livia &c
GAIUS JULIUS CAESAR AUGUSTUS (originally Gaius Octavius, also known as Octavianus) First Roman Emperor, with his wife LIVIA, divinities and soldiers Date: 63 BC - 14 AD

Parti grande restaurati de Trofei de Ottaviano Augusto
Artokoloro

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Octavian Augustus
Artokoloro

Octavian defeats the fleet of Marcus Antonius and Cleopatra at ACTIUM
Octavian (later emperor Augustus) defeats the fleet of Marcus Antonius and Cleopatra at ACTIUM

Workshop of Master of the Aachen Madonna, Emperor Octavian and the Sibyl, c. 1480, metalcut, hand-colored in green, light rose, and yellow

Augustus (63-14 BC) and the Tiburtine Sibyl, c. 1540-50 (oil on panel)
XIR222231 Augustus (63-14 BC) and the Tiburtine Sibyl, c.1540-50 (oil on panel) by Netherlandish School (16th century); 82x100 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Pau

Allegory of the Arts and Patronage or, Emperor Augustus (63-14 BC) Supporting the Arts
XIR221490 Allegory of the Arts and Patronage or, Emperor Augustus (63-14 BC) Supporting the Arts, 1660-69 (oil on canvas) by Lairesse, Gerard de (1640-1711); 62.3x48.4 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen

Emperor Augustus (63-14 BC) and the Tiburtine Sibyl, from the Mirror of Salvation Altarpiece, c
XIR219666 Emperor Augustus (63-14 BC) and the Tiburtine Sibyl, from the Mirror of Salvation Altarpiece, c.1435 (oil on panel) by Witz, Konrad (1400/10-44/6); 103x83 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dijon

Virgil Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, c. 1812 (oil on canvas)
XIR176743 Virgil Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, c.1812 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 304x323 cm; Musee des Augustins, Toulouse

AUGUSTUS (63 B. C. -14 A. D. ). First Roman Emperor, 27 B. C. -14 A. D. The Age of Augustus
AUGUSTUS (63 B.C.-14 A.D.). First Roman Emperor, 27 B.C.-14 A.D. The Age of Augustus. Photogravure, late 19th century, after the painting by Johann Georg Hiltensperger

AUGUSTUS DECLARES CENSUS. Caesar Augustus decreeing that all the world should be taxed and thus implemented a general census. Illumination from an Italian gospel lectionary, 1436

Marble head of Octavian (40-60 a. d. )
Egyptian civilization, 1st century A.D. Marble head of Octavian (40-60 A.D.)

Marble head of Octavian dating to 40-60 a. d. from Athribis, Egypt
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. - Marble head of Octavian dating to 40-60 A.D. from Athribis, Egypt

Agrippa, Roman general C015 / 5786
Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa (c.64 BC-12 BC), Roman general. Agrippa served as a soldier and general of Rome at the time of Julius Caesar, fighting in the civil war of 49-45 BC

Augustus, Roman emperor
Augustus (63 BC-14 AD), Roman emperor. Augustus was the first emperor of Rome, following the assassination of Julius Caesar

First Roman emperor, 27 B. C. -14 A. D. The Augustus of Prima Porta, 20 B. C
AUGUSTUS (63 B.C.-14 A.D.). First Roman emperor, 27 B.C.-14 A.D. The Augustus of Prima Porta, 20 B.C

Marcus Aemilius Lepidus
MARCUS AEMILIUS LEPIDUS Roman statesman, triumvir, supported Caesar, joined Antonius and Octavian in the Second Triumvirate Date: ? - 13 BC

VERGIL (70-19 B. C. ). Roman poet. Vergil reading to his patron, Augustus Caesar. Line engraving, French, 18th century
VERGIL (70-19 B.C.). Roman poet. Vergil reading to his patron, Augustus Caesar. Line engraving, French, 18th century

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

SHAKESPEARE: JULIUS CAESAR. Antony, Octavius and Lepidus plot the deaths of their enemies in Act IV, Scene I of William Shakespeares Julius Casesar : wood engraving, 1881, after Sir John Gilbert

VIRGIL (70-19 B. C. ). Roman poet. Reading to his patron, Augustus Caesar. Line engraving, French, 18th century
VIRGIL (70-19 B.C.). Roman poet. Reading to his patron, Augustus Caesar. Line engraving, French, 18th century

BATTLE OF ACTIUM, 31 B. C. Victory of Octavian (later Emperor Augustus) over the fleets of Marcus Antonius
BATTLE OF ACTIUM, 31 B.C. Victory of Octavian (later Emperor Augustus) over the fleets of Marcus Antonius and Cleopatra of Egypt at the Battle of Actium, off the coast of Greece, 31 B.C

AUGUSTUS (63 B. C. -14 A. D. ). First Roman Emperor, 27 B. C. -14 A. D. Copper engraving, French, late 18th century
AUGUSTUS (63 B.C.-14 A.D.). First Roman Emperor, 27 B.C.-14 A.D. Copper engraving, French, late 18th century

Ottaviano visita Cleopatra, mentre lei abbatuta dalle sue sciagrue, gli si prostra dinnanzi. Augustus visiting Cleopatra in her chamber. Date 1821

Augustus, Roman Emperor
AUGUSTUS, ROMAN EMPEROR allegorical representation showing him as a god, sitting among other gods, while his soldiers fight victoriously

Augustus / Emperor / Century
GAIUS JULIUS CAESAR AUGUSTUS First Roman Emperor from 27 BC to 14 AD

Strauss / Rosenkavalier / 4
ROSENKAVALIER Octavian challenges the Baron Ochs to a duel

Strauss / Rosenkavalier / 3
ROSENKAVALIER Octavian presents the rose to Sophie von Faninal

Strauss / Rosenkavalier / 1
ROSENKAVALIER the opening scene of the opera: Octavian and the Princess of Werdenberg

Triumvirate Quarrel
The triumvirate breaks up when Octavian quarrels with Marcus Antonius in the Senate

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Octavian, also known as Augustus Prima Porta, was a prominent figure in ancient Rome. His legacy can be seen through various artifacts and artworks found in the Vatican Museums. One such artifact is the Bronze head of Augustus, which dates back to around 27-25 BC and was discovered in Meroe, Sudan. Octavian's influence extended beyond his physical appearance; he was also celebrated in music and opera. Strauss' Rosenkavalier features Octavian as one of its main characters, showcasing his importance even centuries later. The Battle of Actium in 31 BC marked a significant turning point for Octavian's rise to power. This naval battle against Mark Antony and Cleopatra ultimately led to their defeat and solidified Octavian's position as the sole ruler of Rome. His reign is immortalized through numerous statues scattered throughout history. The Vatican Museum proudly displays a Statue of Caesar Augustus, depicting him with regal authority. One intriguing piece showcases an imagined encounter between Octavian and Cleopatra from 1890. Although the creator remains unknown, this artwork captures the tension between these two powerful figures during their historic meeting. Another statue portrays Augustus as Jupiter during the first half of the 1st century BC, emphasizing his divine status among Romans. Artists have long been fascinated by Octavian's story; an oil painting from 1640 depicts Cleopatra standing before him, capturing her vulnerability while facing his dominance. A more contemporary representation comes in the form of a head sculpture dating back to approximately 14 AD. This lifelike portrayal offers insight into how people perceived Octavian during his lifetime. Even after his death, artists continued to commemorate him through their works. A painting titled "Death of Augustus" from 1890 pays tribute to this influential leader who shaped Roman history forever.