Cincinnatus Collection

Cincinnatus called from the plough
Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus (519 BC-438 BC) is called from the plough to serve as Roman Consul

Cincinnatus
Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus (519 BC 430 BC) - Roman aristocrat and statesman whose service as consul. Date: circa 475

Former president Grover Cleveland as "Cincinnatus" ploughing a field, 1903
1576202 Former president Grover Cleveland as "Cincinnatus" ploughing a field, 1903; (add.info.: The modern Cincinnatus)

Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus Leaves the Plough to Dictate Laws to Rome, ca 1806. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Cincinnatus chosen Dictator (engraving)
669587 Cincinnatus chosen Dictator (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cincinnatus chosen Dictator)

Cincinnatus, The Rt Hon Henry Chaplin (colour litho)
5220464 Cincinnatus, The Rt Hon Henry Chaplin (colour litho) by Gould, Francis Carruthers (1844-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cincinnatus, The Rt Hon Henry Chaplin)

Cincinnatus leaving the plough to make laws in Rome, Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus, Roman dictator, 5th century BC

Architectural Capriccio of the Roman Forum with Philosophers and Soldiers among Ancient Ruins. Found in the collection of National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo

Cincinnatus chosen Dictator, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Cincinnatus chosen Dictator, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

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Cincinnatus on his farm, accepting dictatorship of Rome from the Senate, 458 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Fortune and Temperance, detail from the Lunette of Fortune and Temperance, from the
XAL219590 Fortune and Temperance, detail from the Lunette of Fortune and Temperance, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia

Joaquin Miller (Cincinnatus Heine Miller) - US Poet
Joaquin Miller (Cincinnatus Heine Miller) (1837-1913) The Poet of the Sierras - US Poet at his home near Oakland, California. Date: 1907

Cincinnatus in Retirement: Edmund Burke (1729-1797) Anglo-Irish statesman, out of office in 1780, shown at home as a Jesuit eating potatoes, comparing him to the Roman dictator on his farm

SUPREME COURT, 1888. The justices of the United States Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Morrison Waite, hear a case. Wood engraving, 1888

LUCIUS QUINTUS CINCINNATUS (b. c519 B. C. ). Roman statesman and general receiving Roman Senate delegation at his farm
LUCIUS QUINTUS CINCINNATUS (b. c519 B.C.). Roman statesman and general receiving Roman Senate delegation at his farm advising of his appointment as dictator in 458 B.C. Line engraving, 19th century

LUCIUS CINCINNATUS (b. c519 B. C. ). Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus. Roman general and statesman
LUCIUS CINCINNATUS (b. c519 B.C.). Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus. Roman general and statesman. A delegation of the Roman Senate calling on Cincinnatus at his farm to tell him of his appointment as

Cincinnatus Roosevelt - but no summons in sight!. Illustration shows Theodore Roosevelt as Cincinnatus, looking old and weary, full length, standing at a plow labeled The Outlook

The modern Cincinnatus, who will not leave his plough. Illustration shows former president Grover Cleveland as Cincinnatus plowing a field; an elderly woman labeled Democracy is standing in

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Cincinnatus, a name that resonates with power and leadership. Known for being called from the plough to save Rome, Cincinnatus embodies the ideals of selflessness and duty. In an engraving depicting his appointment as Dictator, we witness the weight of responsibility on his shoulders. The image leaving behind his humble plough to shape laws in Rome speaks volumes about his character. Lucius Quintus Cincinnatus, a man who understood the importance of putting aside personal pursuits for the greater good. In a vibrant lithograph by The Rt Hon Henry Chaplin, we see Cincinnatus portrayed as a figure of authority and wisdom. His presence commands respect as he takes charge amidst ancient ruins and philosophers. Another artwork captures the moment when Cincinnatus is chosen as Dictator in 1852. Created by John Leech, this piece showcases both admiration and awe towards this legendary leader who rose above political strife to guide his people. Fortune smiles upon him in one painting where he is depicted alongside Temperance on a lunette. This detail reminds us that not only was he skilled in governance but also possessed virtues that ensured balance and harmony within society. Joaquin Miller's poetic tribute to Cincinnatus Heine Miller (his namesake) further immortalizes this great figure through words. It serves as a testament to how deeply rooted Cincinnatus' legacy is within American culture. Even Edmund Burke recognized the significance of Cincinnatus' retirement from office in 1780. As an Anglo-Irish statesman himself, Burke saw value in stepping away from power gracefully – just like this Roman hero did centuries before him. Cincinnatus remains an inspiration today; an embodiment of sacrifice and dedication for leaders around the world. From art pieces capturing pivotal moments in history to literary tributes celebrating his noble spirit - these glimpses into his life remind us why he continues to be revered throughout the ages.