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Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, 1548. Creator: Nicolas Beatrizet (French, 1515-after 1565)
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Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, 1548. Creator: Nicolas Beatrizet (French, 1515-after 1565)
Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, 1548. Beatrizet created this engraving as part of a project recording the artworks and architecture of Rome. Conceived by the publishers Antonio Salamanca and Antonio Lafreri, the prints came to be known as the Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae, or Mirror of Roman Magnificence. Tourists and collectors could buy the prints individually or purchase them in larger groups and bind them into an album. Preserved in Rome throughout the Middle Ages, this ancient statue of emperor Marcus Aurelius was moved in 1538 to the Capitoline Hill, where it became a central feature of a new piazza designed by Michelangelo
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This print showcases the iconic Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, a masterpiece created by Nicolas Beatrizet in 1548. As part of a larger project documenting Rome's artistic and architectural wonders, this engraving is one of many prints known as the Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae or Mirror of Roman Magnificence. These prints were highly sought after by tourists and collectors who could either purchase them individually or bind them into an album. Originally preserved in Rome during the Middle Ages, this ancient statue was relocated to the Capitoline Hill in 1538 under Michelangelo's design for a new piazza. The grandeur and significance of Marcus Aurelius' figure on horseback are beautifully captured in Beatrizet's meticulous engraving. The photograph not only highlights the skillful craftsmanship but also serves as a testament to the historical value attached to this artwork. It transports us back to Renaissance-era France when artists like Nicolas Beatrizet dedicated their talents to immortalizing Rome's magnificent heritage. Preserved within The Cleveland Museum of Art, this particular print allows viewers today to appreciate both its aesthetic qualities and its historical importance. Through Heritage Art/Heritage Images' lens, we can now admire this remarkable piece from afar while contemplating its rich cultural legacy that extends beyond borders and time periods.
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