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Gaius Cilnius Maecenas ([ˈɡäːiʊs̠ ˈkɪɫ̪niʊs̠ mäe̯ˈkeːnäːs̠] 13 April 68 BC – 8 BC) was a friend and political advisor to Octavian (who later reigned as emperor Augustus). He was also an important patron for the new generation of Augustan poets, including both Horace and Virgil.
Gaius Maecenas (born c. 70 bc —died 8 bc) was a Roman diplomat, counsellor to the Roman emperor Augustus, and wealthy patron of such poets as Virgil and Horace. He was criticized by Seneca for his luxurious way of life.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Maecenas was famous, or notorious, for his luxury: wines, gourmet dishes, gems, fabrics, and love affairs (that with the dancer Bathyllus became scandalous). Astute and vigorous at need, he cultivated an image of softness.
Gaius Maecenas, (born c. 70—died 8 bc), Roman diplomat and literary patron. He claimed descent from Etruscan kings. Though highly influential in the state, he held no title, nor did he wish to be a senator.
A biography of C. Cilnius Maecenas, a statesman, pleasure lover, and literary patron of Augustus and his circle. Learn about his origins, his role in the civil wars, his property, and his relations with Horace, Virgil, and Propertius.
Learn about Gaius Maecenas, a friend and advisor of Octavian, who helped him rise to power and become emperor. Discover his Etruscan heritage, his role in diplomacy and culture, and his influence on poets like Horace.
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Gaius Maecenas was a diplomat and counselor to the Roman emperor Augustus. He is perhaps best known as the wealthy patron of such poets as Horace and Virgil. Gaius Maecenas (sometimes called Cilnius Maecenas) was born in about 73 bc.
