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Pompey The Great Collection

"Pompey the Great: A Roman Legend and Tragic Hero" In this captivating collection of artworks, we delve into the life and legacy of Pompey the Great

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: A Battle Scene, late 16th century. Creator: Master of Marradi

A Battle Scene, late 16th century. Creator: Master of Marradi
A Battle Scene, late 16th century

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey lets the letters of Sertorius burn, 1766. Creator: Louis Fabritius Dubourg

Pompey lets the letters of Sertorius burn, 1766. Creator: Louis Fabritius Dubourg
Pompey lets the letters of Sertorius burn, 1766

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Study for Lucains 'La Pharsale', Canto VIII, c. 1766

Study for Lucains "La Pharsale", Canto VIII, c. 1766
Study for Lucains " La Pharsale", Canto VIII, c. 1766

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Study for Lucains 'La Pharsale', Canto I, c. 1766

Study for Lucains "La Pharsale", Canto I, c. 1766
Study for Lucains " La Pharsale", Canto I, c. 1766

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Study for Lucains 'La Pharsale', Canto III, c. 1766

Study for Lucains "La Pharsale", Canto III, c. 1766
Study for Lucains " La Pharsale", Canto III, c. 1766

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Study for Lucains 'La Pharsale', Canto VI, c. 1766

Study for Lucains "La Pharsale", Canto VI, c. 1766
Study for Lucains " La Pharsale", Canto VI, c. 1766

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Denarius (Coin) Portraying Pompey the Great, 42-40 BCE, issued by Roman Republic

Denarius (Coin) Portraying Pompey the Great, 42-40 BCE, issued by Roman Republic, Sextus Pompeius Magnus. Reverse: the Catanian Brothers - Anapius

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Caesar Defeats the Troops of Pompey from The Story Caesar and Cleopatra, Flanders, c

Caesar Defeats the Troops of Pompey from The Story Caesar and Cleopatra, Flanders, c
Caesar Defeats the Troops of Pompey, from The Story Caesar and Cleopatra, Flanders, c. 1680c. 1680. Woven at the workshop of Gerard Peemans, after a design by Justus van Egmont

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: The Battle of Pharsalus and the Death of Pompey, 1455 / 60

The Battle of Pharsalus and the Death of Pompey, 1455 / 60
The Battle of Pharsalus and the Death of Pompey, 1455/60

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Armies of Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great fighting each other at the Battle of Pharsalus

Armies of Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great fighting each other at the Battle of Pharsalus, Greece, Caesars Civil War
5997497 Armies of Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great fighting each other at the Battle of Pharsalus, Greece, Caesars Civil War, 48 BC (engraving) by French School

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey the Great, Roman politician and soldier (engraving)

Pompey the Great, Roman politician and soldier (engraving)
3647087 Pompey the Great, Roman politician and soldier (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompey the Great (106-48 BC), Roman politician and soldier

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Mark Antony leading the army of Julius Caesar across the Adriatic to Greece to fight Pompey

Mark Antony leading the army of Julius Caesar across the Adriatic to Greece to fight Pompey the Great
5997490 Mark Antony leading the army of Julius Caesar across the Adriatic to Greece to fight Pompey the Great, Caesars Civil War, 48 BC (engraving) by French School

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (engraving)

Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (engraving)
816268 Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus (engraving) by Flemish School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, also known as Pompey or Pompey the Great 106 BCE)

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey the Great, Roman statesman and soldier (engraving)

Pompey the Great, Roman statesman and soldier (engraving)
2788666 Pompey the Great, Roman statesman and soldier (engraving) by Burghers, Michael (1647-1727); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompey the Great (106-48 BC), Roman statesman and soldier

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Bust of Pompey (106-48 BC) c. 60 BC (marble)

Bust of Pompey (106-48 BC) c. 60 BC (marble)
NUL167128 Bust of Pompey (106-48 BC) c.60 BC (marble) by Roman, (1st century BC); Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Copenhagen, Denmark; (add.info.: rival de Jules Cesar; ); out of copyright

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey the Great (chromolitho)

Pompey the Great (chromolitho)
971729 Pompey the Great (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompey the Great)

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey the Great (engraving)

Pompey the Great (engraving)
2781249 Pompey the Great (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pompey the Great. Illustration for Chatterbox (1896).); © Look and Learn

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Portrait of Adrienne Lecouvreur as Cornelia in Corneilles 'La Mort de Pompé

Portrait of Adrienne Lecouvreur as Cornelia in Corneilles "La Mort de Pompé
Portrait of Adrienne Lecouvreur as Cornelia in Corneilles " La Mort de Pompee", 1730

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompeys Column, Alexandria, 1842. Creator: Joseph Philibert Girault De Prangey

Pompeys Column, Alexandria, 1842. Creator: Joseph Philibert Girault De Prangey
Pompeys Column, Alexandria, 1842

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Flight of Pompey from the Battle-Field of Pharsalia, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Flight of Pompey from the Battle-Field of Pharsalia, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Flight of Pompey from the Battle-Field of Pharsalia, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Public Rejoicings on the Recovery of Pompey, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Public Rejoicings on the Recovery of Pompey, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Public Rejoicings on the Recovery of Pompey, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey in the Temple of Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Pompey in the Temple of Jerusalem, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Pompey in the Temple of Jerusalem, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Caesar and Pompey very much alike especially Pompey, 1852. Artist: John Leech

Caesar and Pompey very much alike especially Pompey, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Caesar and Pompey very much alike especially Pompey, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC, aka Pompey or Pompey the Great

Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC, aka Pompey or Pompey the Great. Leading Roman general and statesman. From Cassells Illustrated Universal History, published 1883

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey in the Temple of Jerusalem, 62 BC. Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC

Pompey in the Temple of Jerusalem, 62 BC. Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC, aka Pompey or Pompey the Great. Roman general and statesman

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompeys escape from the Battle of Pharsalus, 48BC. Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC

Pompeys escape from the Battle of Pharsalus, 48BC. Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, 106 BC - 48 BC, aka Pompey or Pompey the Great. Leading Roman general and statesman

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Coins of the Roman Republic and the Empire. From Cassells Illustrated Universal History

Coins of the Roman Republic and the Empire. From Cassells Illustrated Universal History, published 1883

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, Commonly Known As Pompey, Pompey The Great Or Pompey The Triumvir

Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, Commonly Known As Pompey, Pompey The Great Or Pompey The Triumvir, 106 Bc - 48 Bc. Distinguished Military And Political Leader Of The Late Roman Republic

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: Pompey (106 BC-48 BC)

Pompey (106 BC-48 BC)
Illustration of a Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, usually known in English as Pompey or Pompey the Great

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: JULIA (c. 80-54 B. C. ). Daughter of Julius Caesar and wife of Pompey the Great. Aquatint

JULIA (c. 80-54 B. C. ). Daughter of Julius Caesar and wife of Pompey the Great. Aquatint
JULIA (c.80-54 B.C.). Daughter of Julius Caesar and wife of Pompey the Great. Aquatint, English, 18th century

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: SUEZ CANAL OPENING, 1869. Celebration for the opening of the Suez Canal at the Column of Pompey

SUEZ CANAL OPENING, 1869. Celebration for the opening of the Suez Canal at the Column of Pompey. Wood engraving, November 1869

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: JERUSALEM: ROMANS, 63 B. C. Roman soldiers under the command of Pompey the Great

JERUSALEM: ROMANS, 63 B. C. Roman soldiers under the command of Pompey the Great
JERUSALEM: ROMANS, 63 B.C. Roman soldiers under the command of Pompey the Great assault the northern wall of Jerusalem with a battering ram while Jewish defenders resist from the battlements, 63 B.C

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: POMPEY THE GREAT (106-48 B. C. ). Roman general and statesman

POMPEY THE GREAT (106-48 B. C. ). Roman general and statesman. Pompeys defeat at Pharsalus in 48 BC: wood engraving
POMPEY THE GREAT (106-48 B.C.). Roman general and statesman. Pompeys defeat at Pharsalus in 48 BC: wood engraving, 19th century

Background imagePompey The Great Collection: POMPEY (106-48 B. C. ). Pompey the Great, also known as Pompeius. Roman general and statesman

POMPEY (106-48 B. C. ). Pompey the Great, also known as Pompeius. Roman general and statesman
POMPEY (106-48 B.C.). Pompey the Great, also known as Pompeius. Roman general and statesman: line engraving after a Roman bust


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"Pompey the Great: A Roman Legend and Tragic Hero" In this captivating collection of artworks, we delve into the life and legacy of Pompey the Great, a formidable Roman political and military leader. The first image, "Death of Pompey, " depicts the fateful end of his life in 48 BC. This chromolitho captures the dramatic moment when he met his untimely demise. Moving on to "The Head of Pompey Presented to Caesar, " an oil on canvas masterpiece, we witness a haunting scene where Caesar is confronted with the severed head of his once-rival. This painting symbolizes both triumph and tragedy as it marks the culmination of their fierce rivalry. As we explore further, we encounter various studies for Lucain's epic poem "La Pharsale. " These intricate sketches provide us glimpses into different cantos, such as Canto I, III, VI, and VIII. Through these detailed illustrations from c. 1766, we gain insight into Pompey's role in this historical narrative. A denarius coin portraying Pompey himself takes us back to ancient times when his influence was at its peak during 42-40 BCE under Roman Republic rule. This small yet significant artifact serves as a reminder of his enduring impact on currency and power dynamics. "The Battle of Pharsalus and Death of Pompey" presents another vivid portrayal from history - an intense clash between Julius Caesar's forces and those loyal to Pompey. Painted around 1455/60 in Flanders, this artwork encapsulates both chaos and tragedy that unfolded during Caesars Civil War. Engravings showcasing portraits like "Pompey the Great" or "Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus" immortalize him as a legendary figure who left an indelible mark on Rome's political landscape through his strategic brilliance. Lastly, an engraving depicting armies led by Julius Caesar and Pompey locked in combat at the Battle of Pharsalus transports us to ancient Greece.