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Portrait of Roman Emperor Zeno
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Portrait of Roman Emperor Zeno
Roman Emperor Zeno the Isaurian, 425-491. Flavius Zeno Augustus, Tarasis Kodisa Rousombladadiotes, Eastern Roman Emperor, Byzantine Emperor. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht, 1697
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1. Title: "Portrait of Roman Emperor Zeno: A Byzantine Monarch in the Age of Transition" This portrait depicts Flavius Zeno, also known as Zeno the Isaurian, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire, or Byzantine Empire, from 474 to 491 AD. Born in the province of Isauria, Zeno rose to power following the assassination of Emperor Leo II and the subsequent death of Leo's mother, Verina, who had been regent. Zeno's reign marked a significant period of transition in Roman history. The empire was grappling with internal strife, external threats, and the challenges of maintaining the classical Roman traditions while adapting to the changing political landscape. Zeno's rule saw the consolidation of the Isaurian dynasty and the implementation of several important reforms. The portrait itself is a copperplate engraving, created by Abraham Bogaerts as part of his comprehensive work, "De Roomsche Monarchy," published in Utrecht in 1697. The 17th-century engraving is a testament to the enduring interest in the Roman Empire and its emperors, even as Europe entered the modern era. Zeno is shown here in imperial regalia, wearing a diadem and holding a globe, symbolizing his role as emperor. He is also depicted wearing a mantle, a traditional Roman garment, and a pallium, a symbol of his ecclesiastical authority. The portrait is reminiscent of the portraits of the ancient Roman Caesars and Germanic Kaisers, reflecting the continuity of imperial power through the centuries. The portrait also includes the inscription "Flavius Zeno Augustus, Tarasis Kodisa Rousombladadiotes," emphasizing Zeno's imperial titles and his connection to the ancient Roman tradition. The image is a powerful reminder of the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire and the complex historical forces that shaped its transformation into the Byzantine Empire.
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