Julio Claudian Dynasty Collection

Bust of Emperor Nero Germanicus
3521696 Bust of Emperor Nero Germanicus; (add.info.: Bust of Emperor Nero Germanicus, Roman Emperor and the last Julio-Claudian Dynasty.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Nero, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium
955632 Nero, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach, printed by Andreas Gesner, Zurich

Augustus, Roman emperor (engraving)
5216681 Augustus, Roman emperor (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Augustus (63 BC - 14 AD), Roman emperor

Octavianus Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955628 Octavianus Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach

The Emperor Nero (colour litho)
STC255245 The Emperor Nero (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: late Renaissance prints of Caesars, Holy Roman Emperors)

The Emperor Caligula (colour litho)
STC255237 The Emperor Caligula (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: late Renaissance prints of Caesars, Holy Roman Emperors)

Emperor Claudius (marble)
ALI443692 Emperor Claudius (marble) by Roman, (1st century AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info)

Roman Emperor Nero in his youth (engraving)
5216701 Roman Emperor Nero in his youth (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Emperor Nero (37-68) in his youth

Roman Emperor Tiberius on the island of Capri (engraving)
5216694 Roman Emperor Tiberius on the island of Capri (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Emperor Tiberius on the island of Capri)

Julius Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955627 Julius Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach, printed by Andreas Gesner

Caius Caligula, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955630 Caius Caligula, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach

Roman Emperor Augustus and his third wife, Livia (engraving)
5216684 Roman Emperor Augustus and his third wife, Livia (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roman Emperor Augustus and his third wife, Livia)

Tyberius Nero, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955629 Tyberius Nero, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach, printed by Andreas Gesner

The Emperor Octavian (colour litho)
STC255240 The Emperor Octavian (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info.: late Renaissance prints of Caesars, Holy Roman Emperors, taken from coins and medals; Caesar Augustus)

Galba, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium
955633 Galba, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach, printed by Andreas Gesner, Zurich

Claudius Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et
955631 Claudius Caesar, illustration from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis, woodcut by Rudolph Wyssenbach

Tyberius Nero (42 BC - 37 AD), 1559
Tyberius Nero (42 BC - 37 AD) from Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium verissimae imagines ex antiquis numismatis

Julia Agrippina, often referred to as Agrippina the Younger, AD 15 - AD 59. Empress of the Roman Empire

Head of Emperor Augustus (Gaius Iulius Caesar Octavianus; 63 B. C. - 14 A. D)
Head of Emperor Augustus (Gaius Iulius Caesar Octavianus; 63 B.C. - 14 A.D.), Julio-Claudian dynasty, imperial age, marble 1st century A.D. Roman art

Tiberius I, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho)
KW312756 Tiberius I, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nero, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho)
KW312734 Nero, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Emperor Claudius, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825
KW309124 Emperor Claudius, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sestertius of Emperor Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37-68 A. D. ), coin reverse with allegory of Rome
Sestertius of Emperor Nero (Lucius Domitius Ahenobarbus, 37-68 A.D.), coin reverse with allegory of Rome, Julio-Claudian dynasty, imperial age 1st Century B.C

Head of Emperor Caligula (Gaius Caesar Germanicus, 12 - 41 A. D. ), Julio-Claudian dynasty, imperial age, marble
Head of Emperor Caligula (Gaius Caesar Germanicus, 12 - 41 A.D.), Julio-Claudian dynasty, imperial age, marble 1st century A.D. Roman art

Augustus, Roman emperor
Augustus (63 BC-14 AD), Roman emperor. Augustus was the first emperor of Rome, following the assassination of Julius Caesar

Tiberius, Roman emperor
Tiberius (42 BC-37 AD), Roman emperor. Tiberius was the second emperor of the Roman Empire, expanding and consolidating the northern frontiers and ruling for over 20 years from 14 AD until his death

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The Julio-Claudian Dynasty: A Tale of Power, Intrigue, and Tragedy Step into the captivating world of the Julio-Claudian Dynasty, a period in ancient Roman history that witnessed both greatness and downfall. This dynasty, which spanned from 27 BC to 68 AD, was marked by a series of emperors who left an indelible mark on Rome and its legacy. Through art and literature, we catch glimpses of this tumultuous era. In "Study for the Death of Germanicus, " depicted with pen and ink on paper, we witness the sorrowful demise of a beloved general whose mysterious death shook the empire to its core. Jean Racine's engraving "The Death of Britannicus" transports us to another tragic moment as we witness the young prince's untimely end. Among these emperors was Nero - infamous for his debauchery - captured in an illustration from "Imperatorum romanorum omnium orientalium et occidentalium. " Yet before him stood Augustus, revered as one of Rome's greatest leaders; his likeness immortalized in an intricate engraving. Octavianus Caesar also takes center stage in another illustration from this collection - a reminder that he laid the foundation for this dynastic rule. In vivid color lithographs, we encounter Emperor Caligula with his notorious excesses and Emperor Claudius portrayed majestically in marble. The youthful face of Nero is etched forever through engravings while Tiberius finds himself exiled on Capri Island. Julius Caesar stands tall among them all; his image preserved within pages depicting imperators from across Rome's vast territories. And Caius Caligula too makes an appearance - reminding us how power can corrupt even those closest to it. As you delve deeper into these historical artifacts and artistic renderings, you'll uncover tales filled with ambition, betrayal, and tragedy.