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| CIVILIZATION | Roman |
| PERIOD | Roman-Egypt |
| DATE | circa 1st Century B.C. |
| MATERIAL | Red Granite |
| MOUNTED | Yes |
The Obelisk of Montecitorio: An Ancient Souvenir
Roman-Egypt, circa 1st Century B.C.
A rare ancient miniature reproduction souvenir depicting the base of the monumental Obelisk of Montecitorio that stands in the Piazza, Rome, once used as the gnomon of the Solarium Augusti. The inscription commemorates the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra and the installation of the Egyptian Obelisk in Rome. Inscribed in Latin text, reading: IMP. CAESAR DIVI F. / AVGVSTVS / PONTIFEX MAXIMVS / IMP. XII COS. XI TRIB. POT. XIV / AEGVPTO IN POTESTATEM / POPVLI ROMANI REDACTA / SOLI DONVM DEDIT translates to:
General Caesar, son of divine (Caesar)
Augustus
the Pontifex Maximus
General twelve (times) consul eleven (times) tributan power fourteen (times)
with Egypt having been reduced into the power
of the Roman people
(Augustus) has given this gift to the sun
Carved from a block of red granite, the same material used on the original, with a piercing at the top for the now missing obelisk.
The defeat of Antony and Cleopatra and the installat
A rare ancient miniature reproduction souvenir depicting the base of the monumental Obelisk of Montecitorio that stands in the Piazza, Rome, once used as the gnomon of the Solarium Augusti. The inscription commemorates the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra and the installation of the Egyptian Obelisk in Rome. Inscribed in Latin text, reading: IMP. CAESAR DIVI F. / AVGVSTVS / PONTIFEX MAXIMVS / IMP. XII COS. XI TRIB. POT. XIV / AEGVPTO IN POTESTATEM / POPVLI ROMANI REDACTA / SOLI DONVM DEDIT translates to:
General Caesar, son of divine (Caesar)
Augustus
the Pontifex Maximus
General twelve (times) consul eleven (times) tributan power fourteen (times)
with Egypt having been reduced into the power
of the Roman people
(Augustus) has given this gift to the sun
Carved from a block of red granite, the same material used on the original, with a piercing at the top for the now missing obelisk.
The defeat of Antony and Cleopatra and the installation of the Obelisk brought great celebration in Rome. Many reproduction souvenirs of the Obelisk, such as this example, were produced as a patriotic symbol and to decorate homes and cabinets, similar to how Roman sculptors produced miniature copies of Greek statues.
Chipped edges and wear consistent with age, overall in very fine condition.
Acquired at a Pittsburgh auction, ca. 1998-2001.
Formerly in an American collection.
This item qualifies for an interest-free payment plan. This exclusive feature is made available to customers who would like to pay off qualified purchases in installments. Learn More
Free expedited shipping is available on this item. Allow 3-5 business days for delivery to the U.S.A. and Canada. Allow 5-10 business days for international deliveries. Express shipping may be available at checkout. Minor shipping delays may occur. All items are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. We ship Monday to Thursday. Learn more
| CATEGORY | Roman |
| PERIOD | Roman-Egypt |
| DATE | circa 1st Century B.C. |
| MATERIAL | |
| MOUNTED | Yes |
