Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius, Bronze equestrian statue in Capitoline Museums, Rome, Italy
The statue measures 340 centimeters in height and 410 centimeters in length, depicting Emperor Marcus Aurelius sitting atop a horse in a commanding position.
Created in 176 CE to commemorate Marcus Aurelius's victory over Germanic tribes, this bronze monument survived medieval times when people believed it represented Constantine.
The statue represents imperial power through its monumental scale, with the emperor extending his right arm in a gesture interpreted as clemency toward defeated enemies.
Visitors can view the original statue inside the Capitoline Museums, while an exact replica stands in Piazza del Campidoglio since 1997.
This equestrian statue remains the only complete bronze Roman imperial monument that survived from antiquity, as others were melted down for their metal.
Location: Rome
Inception: 173
Height: 340 cm
Length: 410 cm
Width: 230 cm
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 41.89270,12.48228
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22
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