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Chariot Race Collection

Step back in time and witness the exhilarating spectacle of a chariot race in ancient Rome

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Chariot race in ancient Rome

Chariot race in ancient Rome
Chariot race in the Circus Maximus of ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Ancient Roman oil lamp with Circus Maximus scene

Ancient Roman oil lamp with Circus Maximus scene
Ancient Roman lamp with a scene of a chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageChariot Race Collection: ANCIENT ROME: CHARIOT RACE. Chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Line engraving, 19th century

ANCIENT ROME: CHARIOT RACE. Chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Line engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Alexander von Wagner (1838-1919)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Circus Maximus. The Roman Circus was designed for chariot racing

Circus Maximus. The Roman Circus was designed for chariot racing, although other events were also held in these arenas
17th-century, activities, activity, altertum, ancient civilizations, ancient times, ancient world, antica, antiquity, arena, arenas, attraction, attractions, black, black-and-white, black-white

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Greek chariot race

Greek chariot race
6340211 Greek chariot race by Fumagalli (19th century); (add.info.: Greek chariot race. A man rides a four-horse chariot or quadriga in the Games)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: 'Ben-Hur, 'the New Drama at Drury Lane, the Chariot Race (litho)

"Ben-Hur, "the New Drama at Drury Lane, the Chariot Race (litho)
1043671 " Ben-Hur, " the New Drama at Drury Lane, the Chariot Race (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Ben-Hur)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Roman Games, Chariot Race, Gladiatorial Combat, Naval Battle, Bull Fight (engraving)

Roman Games, Chariot Race, Gladiatorial Combat, Naval Battle, Bull Fight (engraving)
971161 Roman Games, Chariot Race, Gladiatorial Combat, Naval Battle, Bull Fight (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Games, Chariot Race)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Ancient Arena restored--Showing a Chariot Race (engraving)

Ancient Arena restored--Showing a Chariot Race (engraving)
655695 Ancient Arena restored--Showing a Chariot Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Arena restored--Showing a Chariot Race)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: The Hippodrome at 'Olympia, 'the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington

The Hippodrome at "Olympia, "the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, the Chariot-Race (engraving)
1595027 The Hippodrome at " Olympia, " the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, the Chariot-Race (engraving) by English School

Background imageChariot Race Collection: A Chariot Race in the Colosseum (engraving)

A Chariot Race in the Colosseum (engraving)
663873 A Chariot Race in the Colosseum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chariot Race in the Colosseum)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Olympian Games, Chariot Race (engraving)

Olympian Games, Chariot Race (engraving)
971244 Olympian Games, Chariot Race (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Olympian Games, Chariot Race)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: The Carnival at Rome, the Two wheeled Chariot-Race in the Piazza del Popolo (engraving)

The Carnival at Rome, the Two wheeled Chariot-Race in the Piazza del Popolo (engraving)
1038744 The Carnival at Rome, the Two wheeled Chariot-Race in the Piazza del Popolo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carnival at Rome)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: A Chariot Race (engraving)

A Chariot Race (engraving)
3092551 A Chariot Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chariot Race. Illustration for A Pictorial History of the Worlds Great Nations by Charlotte M)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Visit of the Queen to Olympia, the Chariot Race (engraving)

Visit of the Queen to Olympia, the Chariot Race (engraving)
1050416 Visit of the Queen to Olympia, the Chariot Race (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of the Queen to Olympia, the Chariot Race)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Chariot Race at the Secular Games, on the Thousandth Anniversary of Rome (engraving)

Chariot Race at the Secular Games, on the Thousandth Anniversary of Rome (engraving)
655148 Chariot Race at the Secular Games, on the Thousandth Anniversary of Rome (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chariot Race at the Secular Games)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Chariot Race

Chariot Race
LLM455066 Chariot Race by Sellier, P. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chariot Race. Mosaic from Lyons)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: The Hippodrome at Olympia, the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington

The Hippodrome at Olympia, the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, London: The Chariot Race (engraving)
585823 The Hippodrome at Olympia, the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, London: The Chariot Race (engraving) by English School

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Leaf from the Lampadii diptych, c. 355 AD (ivory) (b / w photo)

Leaf from the Lampadii diptych, c. 355 AD (ivory) (b / w photo)
XIR183779 Leaf from the Lampadii diptych, c.355 AD (ivory) (b/w photo) by Roman, (4th century AD); Museo Cristiano, Brescia

Background imageChariot Race Collection: The Chariot Race at Barnum and Baileys Show, the start for the Final Heat (litho)

The Chariot Race at Barnum and Baileys Show, the start for the Final Heat (litho)
1039371 The Chariot Race at Barnum and Baileys Show, the start for the Final Heat (litho) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Chariot race in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome

Chariot race in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome
Audience cheering charioteersin the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Teroton party chariot race people draw decorated wagon

Teroton party chariot race people draw decorated wagon
Teroton party or chariot race, Many people draw a decorated wagon for the feast of Teroton, on which ornaments of wars, lives and manifestations of the Indian gods are shown, Signed: P

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Chariot race Peplos Oenomaus

Chariot race Peplos Oenomaus
Chariot race of Peplos and Oenomaus

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Charioteer in ancient Rome

Charioteer in ancient Rome
Charioteer whipping his horses in the Circus Maximus, ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageChariot Race Collection: A ROMAN CHARIOT RACE. A chariot race during the reign of Trajan

A ROMAN CHARIOT RACE. A chariot race during the reign of Trajan. After the painting by Ulpiano Checa

Background imageChariot Race Collection: Ancient Arena Restored, Showing a Chariot Race

Ancient Arena Restored, Showing a Chariot Race

Background imageChariot Race Collection: The end of the Chariot Race at the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece, from El

The end of the Chariot Race at the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece, from El
KW478316 The end of the Chariot Race at the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece, from El Mundo Ilustrado, published Barcelona, 1880 (litho) by European School

Background imageChariot Race Collection: A ROMAN CHARIOT RACE. A Roman chariot race during the reign of Emperor Trajan

A ROMAN CHARIOT RACE. A Roman chariot race during the reign of Emperor Trajan. Photogravure after the painting by Ulpiano Checa

Background imageChariot Race Collection: ANCIENT ROME: CHARIOT RACE. Circus Maximus. Mezzotint, 1881, after Jean Leon Gerome

ANCIENT ROME: CHARIOT RACE. Circus Maximus. Mezzotint, 1881, after Jean Leon Gerome (1824-1904)

Background imageChariot Race Collection: ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Wood engraving, English, 1850

ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Wood engraving, English, 1850

Background imageChariot Race Collection: ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus in Ancient Rome

ROME: CIRCUS MAXIMUS. A chariot race in the Circus Maximus in Ancient Rome. Wood engraving, English, 1850

Background imageChariot Race Collection: ROMAN RELIEF: CHARIOT RACE. Four-horse chariot (quadriga) race in the circus

ROMAN RELIEF: CHARIOT RACE. Four-horse chariot (quadriga) race in the circus. Roman terracotta relief, 2nd century A. D
ROMAN RELIEF: CHARIOT RACE. Four-horse chariot (quadriga) race in the circus. Roman terracotta relief, 2nd century A.D


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Step back in time and witness the exhilarating spectacle of a chariot race in ancient Rome. The Circus Maximus, with its grandeur and splendor, was the stage for this thrilling event. As you gaze upon an ancient Roman oil lamp adorned with a scene from the Circus Maximus, you can almost hear the thunderous hooves of horses racing towards victory. Immerse yourself in history as you explore a line engraving from the 19th century, depicting a chariot race after a painting by Alexander von Wagner. This artwork captures the intensity and excitement that filled the air during these races. The Roman Circus was specifically designed for such events, making it an iconic symbol of historical Rome. But chariot races were not limited to Rome alone; even Greece had its own version of this exhilarating sport. Picture yourself amidst Greek athletes competing fiercely on their chariots, determined to claim glory and honor. The influence of these captivating races extended beyond Europe's borders. In London's Drury Lane theater, "Ben-Hur, " a new drama featuring an awe-inspiring chariot race lithograph took center stage. Audiences were transported into another world as they witnessed this heart-pounding display of skill and bravery. Chariot races were just one aspect of Roman games that captivated audiences throughout history. Engravings showcasing gladiatorial combat, naval battles, bullfights all serve as testaments to mankind's fascination with adrenaline-fueled spectacles. Imagine being present at an ancient arena restored to its former glory where you could witness firsthand the breathtaking speed and agility displayed by skilled charioteers maneuvering their vehicles around tight corners. Even outside Italy’s borders stood magnificent arenas like Olympia's Hippodrome or Kensington's National Agricultural Hall where spectators gathered eagerly to watch thrilling Chariot Races unfold before their eyes. As your imagination takes flight through time travel again to envision a Chariot Race within the walls of the Colosseum.