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Portrait of Roman Emperor Commodus
Roman Emperor Commodus, 161AD-192AD, Lucius Aurelius Commodus, Lucius Aelius Aurelius Commodus. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht, 1697
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1. Title: "Portrait of Roman Emperor Commodus (161AD-192AD): A Token of Imperial Power" This portrait, a copperplate engraving from the seminal work "De Roomsche Monarchy" by Abraham Bogaerts, offers a glimpse into the regal presence of Lucius Aurelius Commodus, Roman Emperor from 161 to 192 AD. The portrait, created in the late 17th century by Francois Salma in Utrecht, Netherlands, is a masterful representation of the imperial majesty of Commodus, who ruled during the latter part of the Nervan-Antonian dynasty. Commodus, born as Lucius Aelius Aurelius Commodus, succeeded his father, the esteemed Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who is renowned for his Stoic philosophy and military prowess. In contrast, Commodus' reign was marked by extravagance, debauchery, and a gradual erosion of the Roman Republic's political institutions. The portrait showcases Commodus in the traditional Roman imperial attire, with a laurel wreath adorning his head, symbolizing his victory and triumph. The inscription below the image reads "IMP. CAES. L. AVRELIVS COMMODVS AVG. GERM. D. M. TR. P. X. P. P.," which translates to "Imperator Caesar Lucius Aurelius Commodus, Augustus, Germanicus, Divo Marcus, Pius, Pius, X times consul, father of his country." This image serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities and contradictions of Roman imperial power. While Commodus' reign was marred by excess and instability, his image as an emperor, as captured in this engraving, remains a powerful symbol of the majesty and authority of the Roman Caesars and Kaisers. The token of his imperial power continues to intrigue and inspire scholars, artists, and history enthusiasts alike.
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