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Temple of Vesta - Rome, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Temple of Vesta - Rome, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Temple of Vesta - Rome, 1850. Here...on the Tiber's banks, stands one of the best preserved relics of Imperial Rome - the ruins of one of the many temples of Vesta which the city contained. It is a circular structure, with a peristyle of fluted Corinthian columns of white marble, and dates from the reign of Marcus Antoninus, in the middle of the second century of the Christian era. Its full proportions are not perceptible until, approaching closely, it is seen to be imbedded in the accumulated soil, which has been excavated all round to the old level...It was formerly used as a Christian church, but is so no longer...The view...shows the temple [and] the Cloaca Maxima, where it opens into the Tiber...and on the right the ruins of the Ponte Rotto, the three arches of which are all that now remain of the ancient Pons Palatinus, the first stone bridge that was ever built over the Tiber'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This photograph print, hailing from the mid-19th century, showcases the ancient Temple of Vesta in Rome, Italy. The image, captured by an unknown artist for the Illustrated London News, presents one of the best-preserved relics of Imperial Rome. The temple, located on the banks of the Tiber River, is a circular structure with a peristyle of fluted Corinthian columns made of white marble. It dates back to the reign of Marcus Antoninus in the second century of the Christian era. At first glance, the temple's full dimensions may not be apparent as it is embedded in the accumulated soil, which has been excavated all around to the old level. The temple was once used as a Christian church but is no longer in use today. The view also reveals the Cloaca Maxima, where it opens into the Tiber, and on the right, the ruins of the Ponte Rotto, the three arches of which are all that remain of the ancient Pons Palatinus, the first stone bridge ever built over the Tiber. The photograph, engraved in black and white, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Rome, transporting us back in time to the ancient city's architectural grandeur. The temple, a significant archaeological site, is a testament to the city's storied past, showcasing its religious and engineering achievements. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, would have captivated the imagination of Victorian readers, inspiring a sense of wonder and curiosity about the ancient world.
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