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Augustus Prima Porta. Vatican Museums
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Augustus Prima Porta. Vatican Museums
Augustus (61 BC-14 AD). First roman emperor. Marble statue of Augustus of Prima Porta. (1st century) in the role of commander of the army. Vatican Museums. Vatican City State
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This breathtaking marble statue, known as the Augustus of Prima Porta, is a testament to the artistic and political brilliance of ancient Rome. Dated back to the 1st century AD, the statue depicts Augustus Caesar (61 BC-14 AD), the first Roman Emperor, in the role of a triumphant commander of the Roman army. Augustus, also known as Octavian, Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, or Octavius, assumed the title of Augustus in 27 BC, marking the beginning of the Roman Principate. The statue, on display at the Vatican Museums in Vatican City State, is a masterpiece of Roman sculpture. The intricate reliefs on the statue show Augustus wearing a military cloak, holding a pallas Athene's shield, and wearing a laurel wreath, symbolizing his military victories and divine favor. The statue's pose, with one foot on a defeated enemy, further emphasizes Augustus' military prowess and leadership. The Augustus of Prima Porta is a significant historical artifact, providing valuable insights into the political and cultural climate of ancient Rome during the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. The statue's discovery in 1506, during the papacy of Leo X, marked the beginning of the modern era of art collecting and scholarship. The statue's intricate details, lifelike expression, and masterful execution continue to captivate and inspire scholars, artists, and visitors to the Vatican Museums. The Augustus of Prima Porta is a reminder of the enduring legacy of ancient Rome and its impact on Western civilization.
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