When Emperor Claudius died suddenly in A.D. 54, Nero succeeded him to the throne ... By contrast, two senators to his right are visibly shocked. The clothing, furniture, and art that decorate ...

Sensitive and handsome, Nero (37 – 68 AD / reigned 54 – 68 AD) started out well as emperor. But his early promise gave way to wild extravagance and murder. His rule ended as violently as it ...

The Roman emperor Nero is known as one of history’s most brutal and eccentric leaders. He is said to have killed his mother, stepbrother and wives, persecuted Christians and squandered a fortune ...