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"Plautus: The Master of Roman Comedy" Step into the vibrant world of Plautus, the renowned playwright who brought laughter and entertainment to ancient Rome

Background imagePlautus Collection: Terracotta statuette of a Roman actor as a parasite from a comic play by the playwright Plautus

Terracotta statuette of a Roman actor as a parasite from a comic play by the playwright Plautus (engraving)
3647852 Terracotta statuette of a Roman actor as a parasite from a comic play by the playwright Plautus (engraving) by German School

Background imagePlautus Collection: Scene from the Westminster Play, the 'Trinummus'of Plautus (engraving)

Scene from the Westminster Play, the "Trinummus"of Plautus (engraving)
1104424 Scene from the Westminster Play, the " Trinummus" of Plautus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from the Westminster Play)

Background imagePlautus Collection: Roman comedy (chromolitho)

Roman comedy (chromolitho)
1093719 Roman comedy (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman comedy. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century)

Background imagePlautus Collection: Sosie, 1868. Creator: L Wolff

Sosie, 1868. Creator: L Wolff
Sosie, 1868. The character of Sosie in " Amphitryon", a theatrical comedy by Jean Baptiste de Moliere. " Amphitryon" is based on the story of the Greek mythological character of

Background imagePlautus Collection: Plantus, Comoediae, c1511. Artist: Lazarus de Soardi

Plantus, Comoediae, c1511. Artist: Lazarus de Soardi
Plantus, Comoediae, c1511. PLAUTUS, originally from Titus Maccius (ca 254-184 B.C.). Comoediae. xx. Commentary by Bernardus Saracenus and Giovanni Pietro Valla. Venice: Lazarus Soardus, 1511

Background imagePlautus Collection: The Host by Titus Maccius Plautus. Act I. 1518. Colored

The Host by Titus Maccius Plautus. Act I. 1518. Colored
Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. The Host (Amphitryo). Engraving. Act I. Edition of 1518. Colored

Background imagePlautus Collection: The Host by Titus Maccius Plautus. Act I. 1518

The Host by Titus Maccius Plautus. Act I. 1518
Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. The Host (Amphitryo). Engraving. Act I. Edition of 1518. Library University of Barcelona. Spain

Background imagePlautus Collection: Scene from Molieres play, Amphitryon

Scene from Molieres play, Amphitryon, first performed in 1668. It was based on a Latin comedy by Plautus. In it, Amphitryon goes off to war, leaving his wife Alcmene at home

Background imagePlautus Collection: Titus Maccius Plautus. Colored. Engraving

Titus Maccius Plautus. Colored. Engraving
Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. Bacchides. Act I. Bacchides and Pistoclerus. Engraving. 1518. Colored

Background imagePlautus Collection: Comedies by Titus Maccius Plautus. Engraving. Paris, 1759. C

Comedies by Titus Maccius Plautus. Engraving. Paris, 1759. C
Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. Engraving of his Comedies. Paris, 1759. Colored

Background imagePlautus Collection: Comedies, 1518 by Titus Maccius Plautus. Title cover

Comedies, 1518 by Titus Maccius Plautus. Title cover
Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. Title cover of his Comedies, 1518. Library University of Barcelona. Spain

Background imagePlautus Collection: Titus Maccius Plautus

Titus Maccius Plautus (250-184). Latin playwright. Bacchides. Act I. Bacchides and Pistoclerus. Engraving. 1518

Background imagePlautus Collection: Frontispiece of Pedantius, comedy by Edward Forsett produced in Cambridge in 1581

Frontispiece of Pedantius, comedy by Edward Forsett produced in Cambridge in 1581
XJF268713 Frontispiece of Pedantius, comedy by Edward Forsett produced in Cambridge in 1581 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePlautus Collection: TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254-184 B. C. ). Roman playwright

TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254-184 B. C. ). Roman playwright
TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254-184 B.C.). Roman playwright. Title page of a Latin edition of Plautus plays published at Venice, Italy, in 1522

Background imagePlautus Collection: Plautus (254-184 BC). Latin comedy poet. Comedies

Plautus (254-184 BC). Latin comedy poet. Comedies
" Plautus (254-184 BC). Latin comedy poet. " Comedies". Edition of 1518. SPAIN. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)."

Background imagePlautus Collection: PLAUTUS (254-184 BC). LATIN

PLAUTUS (254-184 BC). LATIN
RIBELLES Y FELIP, Jos (1775-1835). Othello. Depiction of the main character of Shakespeares work Othello

Background imagePlautus Collection: Plautus (254-184 BC)

Plautus (254-184 BC). Latin comedy poet. Illustration of the work Amphitryo, in an edition of Plautus Comedies

Background imagePlautus Collection: TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254 B. C. -184 B. C. ). Roman playwright. Imaginary engraved portrait

TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254 B. C. -184 B. C. ). Roman playwright. Imaginary engraved portrait
TITUS MACCIUS PLAUTUS (c254 B.C.-184 B.C.). Roman playwright. Imaginary engraved portrait


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"Plautus: The Master of Roman Comedy" Step into the vibrant world of Plautus, the renowned playwright who brought laughter and entertainment to ancient Rome. From his timeless works like "The Host" and "Trinummus, " Plautus captivated audiences with his wit and humor. Intriguingly captured in a terracotta statuette, we see a Roman actor embodying one of Plautus' iconic characters - a parasite from a comic play. This engraving beautifully showcases the essence of Plautine comedy, filled with lively antics and clever wordplay. Miller Plautus's oil painting transports us back in time as we witness a scene from one of his plays come to life on canvas. The vivid colors bring out the liveliness that characterized Plautian comedies, leaving us yearning for more. A chromolitho depicting Roman comedy reminds us of how influential Plautus was in shaping this genre. His comedic genius continues to inspire artists even centuries later, as seen in L Wolff's portrayal of Sosie from 1868. Lazarus de Soardi's artwork captures the essence of Plantus' work through intricate details and expressive figures. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by this remarkable playwright. Molière pays homage to Plautus in his play "Amphitryon, " showcasing how far-reaching his influence has been throughout history. This scene exemplifies Molière's admiration for the comedic brilliance that originated with Titius Maccius himself. Engravings colored meticulously depict scenes from various plays by Titius Maccius Platus, further emphasizing their lasting impact on theater enthusiasts across generations. These engravings serve as windows into an era where laughter reigned supreme thanks to this masterful storyteller. Finally, an enchanting title cover from 1518 invites readers into the world created by Titius Maccius Plautus.