Temple of Mars Ultor - Augustan Architecture and Imperial Symbolism #13564 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed architectural illustration depicts the Temple of Mars Ultor (Temple of Mars the Avenger) in the Forum of Augustus, Rome, built to commemorate Augustus’s victory at Philippi. The temple features eight Corinthian columns across the front, a richly carved pediment with mythological scenes-including the central depiction of Mars-and equestrian statues atop the roof corners. Inscriptions along the architrave identify Augustus as “Imperator” and emphasize divine sanction of his rule.

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