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4 giorni fa · Gauls. The Dying Gaul, Capitoline Museums, Rome. The Gauls ( Latin: Galli; Ancient Greek: Γαλάται, Galátai) were a group of Celtic peoples of mainland Europe in the Iron Age and the Roman period (roughly 5th century BC to 5th century AD). Their homeland was known as Gaul ( Gallia ).
5 giorni fa · The concept of power without end, in the temporal and territorial sense, was not ingrained in the Roman psyche from the very beginning of Rome. This idea came later, under the first emperor Augustus. Endless conquest was promoted by Virgil in his Aeneid, in which he describes how Jupiter promised Rome imperium sine fine.
6 ore fa · To fully appreciate the significance of the Lyon Gallo-Roman Tombs, it is essential to understand the historical context of ancient Lugdunum. Founded in 43 BC by Lucius Munatius Plancus, a close friend of Julius Caesar, Lugdunum quickly rose to prominence as one of the most important Roman settlements in Gaul (Monteil, 2021).
3 giorni fa · The theme of the Dying Gaul (a famous statue displayed in Pergamon) remained a favorite in Hellenistic art for a generation signifying the victory of the Greeks over a noble enemy. In the early 2nd century BC, the Galatians became allies of Antiochus the Great , the last Seleucid king trying to regain suzerainty over Asia Minor.
2 giorni fa · “The Dying Gaul” by Craig Lucas May 22 – June 15, 2025 Playwright Craig Lucas, best known for “Prelude to a Kiss,” returns with “The Dying Gaul,” a modern American tragedy capitalizing on the anonymity of the Internet and the consequences it brings.
6 ore fa · For history buffs, a visit to the Capitoline Museums is a must. Located on Capitoline Hill, these museums house a wealth of ancient artifacts and art collections that span centuries of Rome's history. Wander through the halls and admire famous sculptures like the Capitoline Wolf and the Dying Gaul.
3 giorni fa · Explore the greatest collection of ancient statuary in the world. Admire the twin palaces of the Campidoglio by Michelangelo. Enjoy famous statues from the Dying Gaul to Bernini’s Medusa. Take in the awe-inspiring views overlooking the Roman Forum. Hear stories of emperors, legends and sporting heroes of the ancient world.
