Superbus Collection

Fringed pink, Dianthus superbus, and maiden pink, Dianthus deltoides
5856098 Fringed pink, Dianthus superbus, and maiden pink, Dianthus deltoides; (add.info.: Fringed pink, Dianthus superbus, and maiden pink, Dianthus deltoides)

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Superb Starling, Spreo superbus, Tarangire National Park, Tanzania Date: 11/11/2005

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Superb Starling, Spreo superbus, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Date: 11/11/2005

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Kenya, Masai Mara Game Reserve. Superb Starling (Apreo superbus) Date: 27/08/2005

Long-billed starthroat hummingbird, Heliomaster longirostris (Stripe-cheeked hummingbird, Trochilus superbus). Illustration drawn by George Shaw and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Superb sunbird, Cinnyris superbus (Superb creeper, Certhia superba). Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Sparacte bec-de-fer, imaginary bird, Sparactes superbus. Copied from Francois Le Vaillants Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux d Afrique

The Cumaean Sibyl before Tarquin the Proud, 16th century

Lucretia Among Her Maidens, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Lucretia Among Her Maidens, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]

Tarquinius and the Sibyl, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Tarquinius and the Sibyl, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]

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

Tarquinius Superbus has the Sibylline Books valued, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Tarquinius Superbus has the Sibylline Books valued, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

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

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

She carried in her arms nine books, c1912 (1912). Artist: Ernest Dudley Heath
She carried in her arms nine books, c1912 (1912). Lucius Tarquinius Superbus (died 495 BC) the seventh king of Rome, was offered the sacred prophecies of Sybyl Cumae by an old women asking an

View of the Roman forum, 5th century BC
View of the Roman forum. On the left is the temple of Saturn, and on the far right is the temple of Castor and Pollux, 5th century BC

Sibyl of Cuma
The Sibyl of Cuma offers the Sibylline Books to Tarquinius Superbus : he considers them overpriced, but eventually buys one for the price of the whole set Date: circa 520 BC

Olenus Calenus
OLENUS CALENUS Etruscan seer consulted by Tarquinius Superbus before military undertakings

Italy. Rome. Temple of Saturn. 498 BC. Roman Forum

The Cumaean Sybil
THE CUMAEAN SYBIL It was she who offered Tarquinius Superbus the Sybilline Prophecies

Superb promerops, Promerops superbus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from George Shaw and Frederick Nodders The Naturalists Miscellany, London, 1799

BRUTUD, Lucius Junius (6th century BC). First Consul of the Roman Republic. Expelled from Rome to the king Tarquinius Superbus and instituted the Republic in 509 BC

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Superb Starling (Lamprotornis superbus) Date:

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Superb Starling (Lamprotornis superbus) Date:

Wilson Barrett
WILSON BARRETT British actor, chiefly in melodrama, seen here as Marcus Superbus in his own pseudo- religious play The sign of the cross

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"Unveiling the Superbus: A Tale of Birds, Art, and Ancient Rome" In the realm of avian wonders, few creatures captivate as much as the Long-billed starthroat hummingbird (Heliomaster longirostris), with its vibrant plumage and delicate flight. But what if we told you that there are other feathered beings bearing the name "superbus"? Enter the Superb sunbird (Cinnyris superbus), a dazzling creature known for its iridescent colors and graceful presence. With each fluttering wingbeat, it seems to embody elegance itself. But let us not forget about Sparacte bec-de-fer, an imaginary bird from folklore that goes by the name Sparactes superbus. This enigmatic creature exists only in our imagination but sparks curiosity nonetheless. Now, let's journey back in time to ancient Rome where historical figures intertwine with mythical tales. The Cumaean Sibyl before Tarquin the Proud is a captivating 16th-century artwork depicting a powerful prophetess engaging with one of Rome's infamous kings. Moving forward through art history, Lucretia Among Her Maidens transports us to 1890 when an unknown creator immortalized this tragic Roman heroine surrounded by her loyal attendants. Tarquinius and the Sibyl continue this artistic exploration into ancient narratives in another mysterious work from 1890. Here we witness an intriguing encounter between two iconic figures - Tarquin himself and the prophetic Sibyl. The tale continues with Aruns and Brutus depicted in a mesmerizing piece by John Leech dating back to 1852. In this artwork, we glimpse at political intrigue unfolding within ancient Roman society. Lastly, Tarquinius Superbus has his moment as he values The Sibylline Books in yet another masterpiece created by John Leech during that same year. This painting invites us to ponder the significance of ancient texts and their influence on those in power.