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Marcus Aurelius on horseback

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5 January 2026
Marcus Aurelius on horseback
Marcus Aurelius on horseback | Photo: Enric / Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.

The monumental figure of Marcus Aurelius, depicted on horseback, evokes the ideal of the philosopher-ruler: composure, dignity, and inner strength. The piece is located at the Museo Frédéric Marès in Barcelona.

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