Tomb Of Caecilia Metella Collection

The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (From the Series "Le Antichità Romane"), 1784
The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (From the Series "Le Antichita Romane"), 1784. Private Collection

Tomb of Cecilia Metella - Rome, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of Cecilia Metella - Rome, 1850. View of...the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, which was erected about half a century before the Christian era

Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Means by which the large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted... 1756-57
Means by which the large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted during the construction of the large Tomb of Caecilia Metella, known today as Capo di Bove, 1756-57

Tomb of Caecilia Metella (b / w photo)
2802405 Tomb of Caecilia Metella (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Caecilia Metella. Late 19th or early 20th century)

Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way (engraving)
663065 Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Caecilia Metella, on the Appian Way)

The Tomb of Caecilia Metella, c. 1830. Creator: Leon-Francois-Antoine Fleury
The Tomb of Caecilia Metella, c. 1830

Christ Carrying the Cross, early 1620s. Creator: Cornelis van Poelenburch
Christ Carrying the Cross, early 1620s

Demonstration panel showing technique for raising travertine and marble blocks for the construction of the tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

The tomb of Caecilia Metella, from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views), ca. 1762

Plate 20: Tomb of Caecilia Metella called the Capo di Bove (Ox Head) (Sepolcro di Metela detto Capo di Bove), ca. 1748

The Via Appia (Appian Way), Rome, Italy, 1927. Artist: Eugen Poppel
The Via Appia (Appian Way), Rome, Italy, 1927. The tomb of Cecilia Metella is in the background. The Via Appia was a road built by the Romans that connected Rome with Brindisi on the Apulian coast

Tomb of Caecilia Metella, Rome, Italy. Cecilia Metella was the daughter of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Creticus, who was Roman Consul in 69 BC

Roma - Appian Way, 1910. The tomb of caecilia Meteela transformed in the Middle Ages by the Caetani into a fortress. Far away the Alban Hills

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The Tomb of Caecilia Metella stands as a timeless testament to the grandeur and elegance of ancient Rome. This iconic structure, captured in various forms by artists throughout history, continues to captivate viewers with its imposing presence. In Robert MacPherson's "Untitled (Ruin of a Round Fortress Building), " we catch a glimpse of the tomb's ruins, showcasing its remarkable architectural design. The means by which the large blocks of travertine and marble were lifted during its construction in 1756-57 remain an intriguing mystery that adds to its allure. A black and white photograph captures the essence of the Tomb of Caecilia Metella, emphasizing its enduring beauty against time's relentless march. An engraving further immortalizes this Roman landmark on the Appian Way, transporting us back to an era when it was still intact. Leon-Francois-Antoine Fleury's rendition from around 1830 breathes life into this ancient monument, allowing us to envision how it might have appeared in all its glory. Meanwhile, Cornelis van Poelenburch's painting "Christ Carrying the Cross" reminds us that even amidst such grandeur, mortality is inevitable. Demonstration panels reveal fascinating techniques employed for raising travertine blocks during construction—a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. Giovanni Battista Piranesi's Vedute di Roma showcases another perspective on the tomb from ca. 1762, highlighting its significance within Rome's urban fabric. Plate 20: Tomb of Caecilia Metella called Capo di Bove (Ox Head) provides yet another angle on this magnificent structure—its name evoking images both powerful and enigmatic. Eugen Poppel’s artwork transports us to Italy in 1927 along Via Appia where we can almost feel ourselves walking alongside this awe-inspiring monument. Today, visitors can still marvel at the Tomb of Caecilia Metella in Rome, Italy.