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A nearly 1,900-year-old bronze equestrian statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius has survived through centuries of turmoil, often mistaken for Constantine the Great. This confusion may have contributed to its preservation during the Middle Ages. The statue, depicting Marcus Aurelius in a commanding pose, was likely created in the 2nd century AD. It was relocated to Capitoline Hill in 1538 and integrated into a Renaissance urban project by Michelangelo. The original statue was removed for restoration in 1981 and is now housed in the Capitoline Museums. Despite its historical significance, the statue serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of fame, as emphasized by Marcus Aurelius himself.