Later Representations

Question 1

How did Nero use Augustus’ image?

Answer 1

Through the Aureus of Nero, a copy of the 12 BC religious implements coin which was a public promise to model his reign off Augustus’

Question 2

How did Tiberius use Augustus’ image?

Answer 2

Through the Aureus of Tiberius, the reverse shows an image of Livia on a magistrate chair holding an olive branch- a symbol of Pax. Also uses the title of Augustus.

Question 3

Significance of the Cameo Portrait

Answer 3

(41-54 AD)
Shows Augustus wearing a laurel wreath, symbol of divine authority and wearing Jupiter’s aegis (a goatskin cloak with the head of Medusa)

Question 4

Portrayal in the Sandman Chronicles

Answer 4

There are aspects of depicting him as a competent emperor, however the overarching idea is that he was abused and is still being haunted by that.

Question 5

Portrayal in Domina

Question 6

Portrayal in HBO Rome

Answer 6

He is seen to be conniving and sly.

Question 7

Portrayal in Shakespeare’s “Antony and Cleopatra”

Question 8

Negative portrayals in Suetonius

Question 9

Positive portrayals in Suetonius

Question 10

Portrayal in Night at the Museum

Answer 10

Made tiny and therefore appears quite laughable. However there is a scene depicting him as Imperator, it is more for comedic purposes.