Gaul Collection (page 12)

CAESARs COMMENTARIES. First page from an edition of Julius Caesars Commentaries on the Gallic War, printed at Venice in 1517

ATTILA AND HIS HUNS in battle with the Visigoths in Gaul in 451 A. D. ; drawing by H
ATTILA AND HIS HUNS in battle with the Visigoths in Gaul in 451 A.D.; drawing by H. Vogel

Vercingetorix statue, France Copyright: Ancient Art & Architecture
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Silhouette of the Carnac landscape: alignments of menhirs at sunrise, Morbihan, Southern Brittany, France

The silhouette of menhirs in the landscape at dawn, Carnac, Morbihan, Southern Brittany, France

Some of the 5, 000 menhirs at Carnac, Morbihan, Southern Brittany, France

Statue of fighting Gaul, ca 100 BC
Statue pf a fighting Gaul. Parian marble. Found in the Agora of the Italians on Delos. The warrior, wounded in the thigh has fallen to the ground on his right knee

Gaul horseman after Roman Invasion by Chevauche, engraving
Gallic civilization. Gaul horseman after Roman Invasion. Engraving by Chevauche, 19th century

Illustration representing Roman Gaul colony, 1st century BC. Roman Civilization
Roman Civilization. Roman Gaul colony, 1st century BC. Colour illustration

Marble statue of wounded Gaul, Roman copy of Pergamon school original
Greek civilization, 3rd century b.C. Marble statue of wounded Gaul. Roman copy of a Pergamon school original, part of the Stoa built by Attalus II on the Acropolis of Athens after his victory over

Marble statue of dead Gaul, Roman copy of Pergamon school original
Greek civilization, 3rd century b.C. Marble statue of dead Gaul. Roman copy of a Pergamon school original, part of the Stoa built by Attalus II on the Acropolis of Athens after his victory over

Alabaster funerary urn with relief of the fight between the Gauls and the Romans
Etruscan civilization, 4th century b.C. Alabaster funerary urn with relief of the fight between the Gauls and the Romans

Oculist and patient C016 / 8795
Bas-relief of an oculist treating the left eye of a woman. From a pilaster found in a Gallo-Roman settlement in Gaul. Below is another relief depicting a bandaged character, lying on a bed

Gallo-Roman Pharmacy C016 / 8799
2nd century AD relief from Grand Gaul, depicting a Gallo-Roman pharmacist (a woman) brewing medicinal plants in a cauldron which she stirs with a ladle

The Roman roads of Gaul

GILBERT GAUL: TAPS. Oil on canvas, c1909, by Gilbert Gaul (1855-1919)

GAUL: NEARING THE END. Gilbert Gaul (1855-1919). Oil on canvas, 1909

GAULISH WARRIORS. Circa 1st century B. C. Wood engraving, late 19th century
GAULISH WARRIORS. Circa 1st century B.C. Wood engraving, late 19th century

DARK AGES: PEOPLES. Druids, Franks, and Gauls of the Dark Ages in Europe. Line engraving, 19th century

FRANCE: GAULS FLEEING. Gauls fleeing before the advance of Caesar. Line engraving, American, 19th century

TEUTONS Wandering in Gaul c. 113 B. C
TEUTONS Wandering in Gaul c. 113 B.C

FRANCE: VERCINGETORIX. Vercingetorix before Caesar. Line engraving, American, 19th century

CAESAR AND VERCINGETORIX. Vercingetorix (d. 46 B. C. ), Gallic chief of the Arverni
CAESAR AND VERCINGETORIX. Vercingetorix (d. 46 B.C.), Gallic chief of the Arverni, surrenders to Julius Caesar (100 B.C.-44 B.C.), Roman statesman, at Alesia in 52 B.C.: line engraving, 19th century

Breenus, Chieftain
BRENNUS Warrior of Ancient Gaul Date: 4th century BC

Military music - ancient instruments(2 of 8)
A Gaul plays the carnyx, whilst a village burns in the background

Orteliuss map of France, 1570
Orteliuss map of France. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

PROY2A-00050
Charlemagne leading the Franks into battle. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illlustration

GANC2A-00261
Druid human sacrifice at Stonehenge stopped by Roman soldiers. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Lyon Seat of Govt
Lyon is designated the seat of government in Gaul, by Roman emperor Augustus

Tribute to Heinrich II
The nations of Roma (Italy), Gaul, Germany & Sclauinia (Western Slovian states) pay tribute to Holy Roman Emperor Heinrich II

Gallo-Roman Woman
A woman of the Gallo-Roman period (i.e. during the occupation of Gaul by the Romans)

Religion / Druids
Druids of Gaul conducting a ceremonial sacrifice

Costume / Ancient Gaul
A man and woman of Ancient Gaul, with their baby: both are wearing animal fur

New Year in Ancient Gaul
ANCIENT GAUL In Lutece - the future Paris - the new year is celebrated in La Fete des Nautes by dancing girls and sailors from the riverboats

Julianus Proclaimed
JULIANUS THE APOSTATE Roman Emperor he is proclaimed emperor in Paris, while campaigning in Gaul

Gallic Warrior
A Gallic horseman, armed with sword and spear, at the time of the Roman invasion of Gaul

Roman Wagon
A Roman wagon used in Gaul, here employed to carry wine or water

Saint Petronius
SAINT PETRONIUS Son of a Roman prefect in Gaul, he became bishop of Bologna and rebuilt churches destroyed by the Goths - thats why hes holding one

Druidesses of Gaul
Druid priestesses on the Breton coast are consulted as prophets : Vercingetorix is just one leader who makes use of their inspired utterances

Zodiac & Mithras
MITHRAS depicted by the Gauls as a serpent, symbol of eternity, and - in this case - accompanied by Signs of the Zodiac

Decimus Magnus Ausonius
DECIMUS MAGNUS AUSONIUS Latin poet and rhetorician of Gaul; tutor to Gratian, who later advanced him

APOLLINARIS 431-487
GAIUS SOLLIUS APOLLINARIS SIDONIUS Roman prelate; Christian writer, in Gaul

Albinus saving the Vestal Virgins from the Gauls
When the Gauls attack Rome, a plebeian named Albinus helps the fleeing Vestal Virgins by taking them in his cart to the city of Cumae, where they find shelter in a temple

C Fabius Dorso performing sacrifices
Even while the Gauls are besieging Rome, C Fabius Dorso continues to perform sacrifices on the Quirinal Hill, passing safely through the enemy camp, hoping to influence the Gods to save the city

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"Gaul: A Tapestry of History Unveiled" Step into the captivating world of Gaul, a land steeped in rich history and vibrant tales. From the vast expanse of the Roman Empire to the mystical allure of ancient Druids, this enchanting region has witnessed countless chapters unfold. As we trace our fingers across maps depicting Europe under Roman rule and the sprawling territories of the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War, we are transported back in time. The boundaries blur as Gaul emerges with its own distinct identity on an intricately detailed map from centuries ago. Intriguingly, amidst these historical landscapes, we encounter a Druid carrying mistletoe - a symbol shrouded in mystery and reverence. These wise men collected sacred mistletoe, their rituals intertwining with nature's secrets. The echoes of conquest resonate through Viking raids led by Olaf I. Their fierce presence leaves an indelible mark on Gaul's tapestry, forever entwined with tales of bravery and resilience. Meanwhile, within the embrace of Rome's grandeur circa 200 AD lies Gaul itself - a thriving part of this mighty empire. Its people flourish under Julius Caesar's watchful gaze as depicted in an evocative illustration published in 1867. But beyond political power struggles and territorial expansions lie stories that touch hearts deeply. Badoit is discovered here - sparkling water bubbling forth from hidden springs beneath Gaul's soil; refreshing both body and soul for generations to come. Saint Antoninus stands tall among them all - a Christian missionary who fearlessly spread his faith across these lands while paying homage to those who came before him. His martyrdom etches his name into Gaul's collective memory forevermore. And finally, Pope Adrian I meets Charlemagne – two influential figures whose meeting reverberates through history like ink seeping onto parchment within incunabula Chronicles.