Metella Collection

Appian Way, Tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, Italy. Date: late 19th century

Rome, the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, c. 1824 (w/c on paper)
495771 Rome, the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, c.1824 (w/c on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 12.1x22 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Caecilia Metella (b. c. 100 BC, fl)

Tomb of Caecilia Metella, Appian Way, Rome, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: The Tomb of Caecilia Metella is a mausoleum located just outside Rome at the three mile marker of the Via Appia, Appian Way

Tomb of Cecilia Metella, along the Appian Way, Rome, Italy
Vintage 19th century photograph: Tomb of Cecilia Metella, along the Appian Way, Rome, Italy

Section through the Tomb of Cecilia Metella or the Capo di Bovi, Via Appia, outside Rome. Copperplate engraving by Henry Moses from A Collection of Antique Vases, Altars, etc. London, 1814

The Tomb of Cecilia Metella or the Capo di Bovi, Via Appia, outside Rome. Copperplate engraving by Henry Moses from A Collection of Antique Vases, Altars, etc. London, 1814

Demonstration panel showing technique for raising travertine and marble blocks for the construction of the tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, from the series Le Antichita Romane, 1756

The tomb of Caecilia Metella, from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views), ca. 1762

Plate 20: Tomb of Caecilia Metella called the Capo di Bove (Ox Head) (Sepolcro di Metela detto Capo di Bove), ca. 1748

Portrait of Adrienne Lecouvreur as Cornelia in Corneilles "La Mort de Pompé
Portrait of Adrienne Lecouvreur as Cornelia in Corneilles " La Mort de Pompee", 1730

Tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of Cecilia Metella, Rome, 1850s

Italy, Lazio, Rome, Via Appia Antica, Tomb of Cecilia Metella, sarcophagus detail

Tomb of Cecilia Metella on the Appian Road in Rome, it was converted into a fortress in the 14th century

The Via Appia (Appian Way), Rome, Italy, 1927. Artist: Eugen Poppel
The Via Appia (Appian Way), Rome, Italy, 1927. The tomb of Cecilia Metella is in the background. The Via Appia was a road built by the Romans that connected Rome with Brindisi on the Apulian coast

Tomb of Caecilia Metella, Rome, Italy. Cecilia Metella was the daughter of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Creticus, who was Roman Consul in 69 BC

Basilica dis Sebastiano Delle magnificenze Roma
Basilica di S. Sebastiano, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, Page 46, volume 3, includes an, of: 1. Basilica di S. Sebastiano, 2

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae Sepulchre Metella
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Capo di Bove Tomb of Caecilia Metella, Appian Way, Rome
Capo di Bove (Tomb of Caecilia Metella, Appian Way, Rome). Cozens, John Robert 1752 - 1797

Leon-Francois-Antoine Fleury, French (1804-1858), The Tomb of Cecaelia Metella, c. 1830, oil on canvas

Tomb of Cecilia Metella, on the Appian way, Rome and its environs, Italy, 19th century engraving

Via Appia Antica with the Tomb of Cecilia Metella; Ernst Fries, German, 1801 - 1833; Italy, Europe; 1824; Graphite; 29.3 x 42 cm (11 9/16 x 16 9/16 in.)

Tomb of Cecilia Metella, on the Appian way, Rome and its environs, Italy, 19th century engraving

View of Rome, including the Forum, the Temple of Jupiter Slator, the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, and the Church of St. Anastasea

Rome - Appian Way and Tomb of Caecilia Metella
Tomb of Caecilia Metella - an ancient Roman tomb on Romes Via Appia (Appian Way). The structure became a headquarters of papal-endorsed highway robbery in the Middle Ages!

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"Exploring the Majestic Metella: Unveiling Rome's Ancient Beauty" Step into history as you wander along the Appian Way, one of Rome's most iconic roads. Amongst its treasures lies the Tomb of Cecilia Metella, a captivating monument that has stood for centuries. Dating back to c. 1824, this watercolor painting captures the grandeur and elegance of the Tomb of Cecilia Metella. Its imposing structure stands proudly against the Roman skyline, reminding us of a time long gone. As you approach this ancient marvel on your journey through Italy's capital city, prepare to be awestruck by its sheer size and intricate design. The tomb is an architectural masterpiece, showcasing both strength and grace in equal measure. A section through the Tomb of Cecilia Metella reveals its inner secrets - a final resting place fit for royalty. This demonstration panel showcases how travertine was skillfully raised to create such an impressive structure. The tomb itself is often referred to as "the Capo di Bove" or "Ox Head, " due to its unique shape resembling that noble creature's headpiece. It serves as a reminder of Caecilia Metella herself – her legacy forever etched in stone. This remarkable woman left her mark on history with her name immortalized within these walls. A portrait from Vedute di Roma (Roman Views) depicts Caecilia Metella's tomb in all its glory during ca. 1762 – a testament to enduring beauty. Traveling forward in time, we find ourselves amidst Rome's bustling streets in the 1850s captured by an unknown artist’s lens. The Tomb of Cecilia Metella still stands tall and proud amid changing times – a symbol of resilience throughout generations. Every detail tells a story; even sarcophagus details offer glimpses into ancient customs and beliefs surrounding death and remembrance within Lazio region’s rich heritage.