Augustus as Pontifex Maximus Roman statue - The National Roman Museum Rome
by Paul E Williams
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Augustus as Pontifex Maximus Roman statue - The National Roman Museum Rome
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Paul E Williams
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Photograph - Colour Photograph
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Roman statue of Augustus as Pontifex Maximus, circa 17-14 BC. This statue of Augustus was typical of the approved style that Augustus used to control his public image. As Pontifex Maximus the statue emphasises the piety of the ruler and his reverence for the gods and traditions of Rome. Augustus thus revitalised the role and function of the most ancient Roman priesthoods and exalted the myths that narrated the origins of Rome. The statue is part of the political propaganda that Augustus used to cement his position of first amongst equals to the very conservative Romans. National Roman Museum, Rome.
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May 19th, 2021
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