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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection

Publius Vergilius Maro, commonly known as Virgil, was a renowned Roman poet who left an indelible mark on literature and art

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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Roman mosaic
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Omnia Vincit Amor, 1599. Creator: Agostino Carracci
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Thence issuing we again beheld the stars, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Now was the day departing, c1890. Creator: Gustave Doré
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and the Sibyl in the Underworld, 1630s. Creator: Jan Brueghel the younger
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgil Reading the 'Aeneid'to Augustus, Octavia, and Livia, 1790 (oil on canvas)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Entellus killing the bull (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgils Aeneid: Aeneas and Helen (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgils Aeneid: Neptune stilling the Waves (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgil, Roman poet (engraving)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Miniature from the Vergilius Romanus, manuscript of the works of Virgil in the Vatican Library
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Le Dante et Virgile visitant les enfers (engraving)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Portrait of Virgil (bronze)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgils Aeneid: The Harpies (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Poet's Pitcher, 1875/86. Creator: Union Porcelain Works
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgil Reading the 'Aeneid'to Augustus, Octavia, and Livia, 1790 / 93
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: John Milton, Age 21, 1747. Creator: George Vertue
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Neptune stilling the waves (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Vulcan and the Cyclopes (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Camilla and the son of Aunus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The Poet Virgil (70-19 BC) detail from The Last Judgement cycle in the chapel of San
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Laocoon (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Turnus over the bodies of Almo and Galaesus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Nisus and Euryalus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and the shade of Creusa (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and Tiber (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and the body of Lausus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Hercules and Cacus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The mother of Euryalus receiving the news of his death (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Virgil, Roman poet (engraving)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and Helen (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Dido and the False Ascanius (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Cerberus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The Harpies (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Juno and Aeolus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas and the shade of Dido (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The death of Camilla (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Charon and the ghosts (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The flight from Troy (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The fury at the feast (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Iris appearing to Turnus (colour litho)
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Neptune calming the Tempest Aeolus raised against the Fleet of Aeneas, 1531-76
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Aeneas rescuing Anchises, a young boy carrying a lantern at left, ca. 1525. ca. 1525
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The Pastorals of Virgil, 1821. Creator: William Blake
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: On Homers Poetry (and) On Virgil, 1822. Creator: William Blake
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: Dante and Virgil (Dante et Virgile), 1858. Creator: Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot
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Publius Vergilius Maro Collection: The Circle of the Falsifiers: Dante and Virgil Covering their Noses because of the stench


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Publius Vergilius Maro, commonly known as Virgil, was a renowned Roman poet who left an indelible mark on literature and art. His epic poem "The Aeneid" has inspired countless artists throughout history to depict its captivating scenes. In this Roman mosaic, we see the words "Omnia Vincit Amor, " meaning "Love conquers all. " This phrase encapsulates one of the central themes explored by Virgil in his works - the power of love to overcome obstacles and unite people. Gustave Doré's illustrations transport us into Virgil's mythical world. In "Thence issuing we again beheld the stars, " we witness Aeneas and his companions emerging from the Underworld, their spirits lifted by hope and determination. Similarly, in "Now was the day departing, " Doré captures the ethereal beauty of twilight as Aeneas embarks on his fateful journey. A boxing match commemorating Aeneas' father's death reminds us of the hero's lineage and his duty to honor his ancestors. It symbolizes both physical strength and resilience in times of adversity. Jan Brueghel the Younger depicts a haunting scene from Virgil's underworld encounter with The Sibyl. Their descent into darkness reveals not only their bravery but also their willingness to confront life's darkest truths. Dante Alighieri immortalized Virgil himself in his masterpiece "Inferno. " In Gustave Doré’s engraving titled “Dante and Virgil in Inferno, ” we witness their treacherous journey through Hell, crossing Cocytus – a chilling reminder that even great poets face challenges along their creative paths. Virgils’ influence extended beyond ancient Rome; he became a beloved figure during Renaissance times too.