What time period did Ovid write?

Ovid wrote during the late Roman Republic and the early Roman Empire, with his most significant works produced between 29 BCE and 17 CE. His notable works include "Metamorphoses," "Amores," and "Ars Amatoria." Ovid's writing reflects the transition of Rome from a republic to an imperial power, capturing the cultural and social dynamics of his time. He was famously exiled in 8 CE by Emperor Augustus, which marked a significant turning point in his life and career.