Tiberius at Capreae – 1894 Antique Engraving Print | Roman Emperor Scene

Original 1894 Engraving — “Tiberius at Capreae”

Authentic antique engraving from Best Men and Famous Women published by Selmar Hess, New York, 1894.

This detailed historical illustration depicts Roman Emperor Tiberius during his residence at Capreae (modern Capri), where he withdrew from public political life during the later years of his reign.

The scene presents an opulent seaside terrace setting featuring attendants, classical architecture, and leisure activity — reflecting 19th-century interpretations of imperial Roman luxury and seclusion.

Key visual elements include:

• Roman imperial figure portraiture

• Capri / Mediterranean terrace setting

• Classical columns and pergola

• Courtiers and attendants

• Coastal landscape backdrop

A visually rich plate ideal for collectors of Roman history, classical antiquity, and architectural engravings.