Tiberius (Phillips)
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Tiberius (Phillips)
Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus TIBERIUS, Roman emperor Date: 42 BC - 37 AD
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Augustus Caesar Claudius Nero Phillips Tiberius
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Tiberius: The Cautious Conqueror - A Portrait of Power and Paranoia This striking image captures the intense and complex character of Tiberius Claudius Nero Caesar Augustus, also known as Tiberius, the Roman emperor who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. Born in 42 BC, Tiberius began his political career under the patronage of Augustus Caesar and rose to become the princeps, or first citizen, of the Roman Empire. The portrait, created during Tiberius' reign, reveals the emperor's stern and serious demeanor. His piercing gaze and furrowed brow suggest a man of great intensity and focus, a leader who demanded obedience and respect. Yet, beneath the surface, Tiberius was a man of paradoxes. He was a skilled military strategist who expanded the Roman Empire through shrewd diplomacy and brutal force, yet he was also known for his reclusive nature and his paranoia. Tiberius' reign was marked by political intrigue and power struggles. He was a master manipulator who used fear and intimidation to maintain control. He was also a patron of the arts, supporting poets, philosophers, and architects. Tiberius' building projects, including the expansion of the Pantheon and the construction of the Porta Nero, are still admired today. Despite his accomplishments, Tiberius' reign was marred by scandal and rumors of cruelty and excess. He was accused of ordering the murder of his stepson, Gaius Caesar, and his wife, Livia Drusilla, although the evidence for these allegations is inconclusive. Tiberius' paranoia and fear of assassination led him to live in seclusion on the island of Capri, where he was rumored to have ordered the execution of anyone who displeased him. This portrait of Tiberius offers a glimpse into the complex and enigmatic character of one of Rome's most intriguing emperors. It reminds us of the power and intrigue of the ancient world and the enduring allure of Roman history.
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