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While the empire was not without strife, this era ushered in a sense of peace for many Romans that allowed their society to reach new heights. In 32 B.C.E., the Roman Republic was on the brink of war.

“This significant group of portraits allows us to highlight the critical role that imperial images played in visually reinforcing dynastic succession throughout the broader Roman Empire,” says ...

“Roman left unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of passion, talent, and kindness that touched the lives of so many around the world,” he wrote on X. “To his fans, friends and loved ...