The statue of Marcus Aurelius is a famous ancient Roman sculpture of the emperor Marcus Aurelius, who ruled from 161 to 180 AD. It is one of the most important and well-preserved examples of ancient Roman sculpture.

The statue was discovered in Rome in 1863 and is now housed in the Capitoline Museums. It is a full-length bronze statue of Marcus Aurelius, standing over 6 feet tall. The emperor is depicted in the traditional Roman military dress of a cuirass (breastplate) and a cloak.

The statue is a powerful representation of the Roman ideal of a strong and virtuous leader. Marcus Aurelius is shown with a stern expression and a commanding posture, holding a figure of Victory in his right hand and a globe in his left.

The statue is one of the most famous and influential works of ancient Roman art. It has been widely copied and referenced in art and literature throughout history.