Emperor Maxentius Collection

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine
5306356 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine; Universal History Archive/UIG

French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine
5306375 French 19th century. illustration. showing Saint Catherine; Universal History Archive/UIG

St Catherine among the Philosophers, late 16th-early 17th century. Creator: Scarsellino
St Catherine among the Philosophers, late 16th-early 17th century

The Trophy of Constantine, with Victory at left crowning the emperor with a laurel, ... ca. 1650-68. Creator: Anon
The Trophy of Constantine, with Victory at left crowning the emperor with a laurel, behind them a bounty of arms, armor, prisoners, and Maxentius head on a stick, ca. 1650-68

Saint Catherine Disputing with the Philosophers, 1562/63. Creator: Livio Agresti da Forlì
Saint Catherine Disputing with the Philosophers, 1562/63

Untitled (Basilica of Maxentius), c. 1857. Creator: Robert MacPherson
Untitled (Basilica of Maxentius), c. 1857. A work made of albumen print, from " photographs of views of rome" (c. 1857)

Follis (Coin) Portraying Emperor Maxentius, 309-312. Creator: Unknown
Follis (Coin) Portraying Emperor Maxentius, 309-312

Coin Portraying Emperor Maxentius, 306-312. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Emperor Maxentius, 306-312

Saint Catherine Delivered from the Wheel, 1375 / 1400. Creator: Unknown
Saint Catherine Delivered from the Wheel, 1375/1400

Virgin Child Four Holy Virgins Mary Saints Catherine
The Virgin and Child with Four Holy Virgins, Mary with Child with Saints Catherine, Cecilia, Barbara and Ursula, Mary with the Christ Child and Saints Catharina

Saint Catherine Alexandria Half figure palm branch
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Saint Catherine. Half figure with a palm branch in the right hand, the left hand resting on the toothed wheel

Saint Catherine Half-figure oval mouth opened
Saint Catherine, Saint Catherine. Half-figure in oval, mouth opened and eyes raised. In the hands a piece of the wheel and a palm branch, the virgin martyr Catherine of Alexandria

Christ child crowns St. Catherine Mary Christ child
Christ child crowns St. Catherine, Mary with the Christ child on his lap, seated on a throne decorated with foliage in an arbor. Christ crowns St. Catherine kneeling before him

Coronation Mary Virgin Mary heaven God Christ crowned
Coronation of Mary, The Virgin Mary is in heaven by God and Christ crowned. Above her the Holy Spirit (as a dove). Among them, on earth, four saints in worship

St Catherine tormentor Emperor Maxentius
St. Catherine and her tormentor, Emperor Maxentius

The Battle of the Milvian Bridge, 1517-1524. Artist: Penni, Gianfrancesco (1496-1528)
The Battle of the Milvian Bridge, 1517-1524. Found in the collection of the Apostolic Palace, Vatican

The Apparition of the Cross to the Emperor Constantine, 1517-1524. Artist: Penni, Gianfrancesco (1496-1528)
The Apparition of the Cross to the Emperor Constantine, 1517-1524. Found in the collection of the Apostolic Palace, Vatican

Battle on the Bridge, (Battle between Emperors Maxentius and Constantine), 1655. Artist: Claude Lorrain
Battle on the Bridge, (Battle between Emperors Maxentius and Constantine), 1655. Lorrain, Claude (1600-1682). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Adoration of the Magi, Monogrammists (16e eeuw), 1510 - 1530

Saint Catherine, Meester met het doorstoken hart, 1500 - 1525

Holy Family, accompanied by Catherine of Alexandria, Hieronymus Wierix, Johannes Baptista Vrints (I), 1563 - before 1611

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"Emperor Maxentius: A Historical Figure Immortalized in Art" The legacy of Emperor Maxentius, a prominent figure in Roman history, is beautifully captured through various artistic mediums. The Untitled Basilica of Maxentius, depicted in Robert MacPherson's 1857 artwork, stands as a testament to his architectural achievements. This grand structure showcases the magnificence and power associated with his reign. In the engraving "The Martyrdom of St. Catherine, " created between 1500-03, we witness the religious fervor during Maxentius' time. This piece portrays the clash between paganism and Christianity that defined his rule. Coins portraying Emperor Maxentius offer glimpses into his image and influence on society. Created by unknown artists between 309-312 and 306-312 respectively, these coins serve as historical artifacts showcasing his regal presence. "The Battle of the Milvian Bridge, " painted by Gianfrancesco Penni from 1517-1524, immortalizes one of the most significant events during Maxentius' reign. It depicts the epic battle between him and Constantine for control over Rome. Another masterpiece by Penni is "The Apparition of the Cross to Emperor Constantine. " Painted within the same period as "Battle on the Bridge, " this artwork symbolizes an important turning point when Constantine embraced Christianity after witnessing a divine vision before engaging in battle against Maxentius. Claude Lorrain's painting "Battle on the Bridge" from 1655 further commemorates this historic clash between Emperors Maxentius and Constantine. Through Lorrain's brushstrokes, we can almost feel ourselves transported back to that pivotal moment in time. Maxentius' impact extends beyond battles; he also left behind a cultural imprint evident in depictions such as "Virgin Child Four Holy Virgins Mary Saints Catherine.