Lupa Collection

Wolf Mosaic, Aldborough Roman Town, Yorkshire, 300 AD (mosaic)
LMG109132 Wolf Mosaic, Aldborough Roman Town, Yorkshire, 300 AD (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd-4th century); Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; (add.info)

Capitoline wolf (bronze)
2561984 Capitoline wolf (bronze) by Etruscan, (5th century BC); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; Photo © Stefano Baldini

The "Capitoline Wolf", IV century BC (bronze)
1630015 The " Capitoline Wolf", IV century BC (bronze) by Etruscan, (4th century BC); Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Rome, Capitoline Museums: the " Capitoline Wolf")

Hemigrapsus penicillatus and Potamon fluviatile
Varunid crab, Hemigrapsus penicillatus 1 and freshwater crab, Potamon fluviatile 2 Grapso penicillato, Telfusa fluviatile

The Capitoline Wolf (bronze)
704157 The Capitoline Wolf (bronze) by Italian School; Pinacoteca Capitolina, Palazzo Conservatori, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Capitoline Wolf (Latin)

Forceps crab, Lupella forceps (Slender-fingered lupa, Lupa forceps). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological Miscellany

Blue swimming crab, Portunus (Portunus) pelagicus. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Blanchard from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Romulus and Remus Suckled by a She-wolf, 15th century (bronze
909284 Romulus and Remus Suckled by a She-wolf, 15th century (bronze and Black lacquer over medium brown bronze) by Florentine School; 6x10.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Italian

Detail of the she-wolf handle at the fence of Arch of Constantine, Arco di Costantino, Rome, Unesco World Heritage Site, Latium, Italy, Europe

The Capitoline Wolf (Lupa Capitolina) suckling Romulus and R
The Capitoline Wolf (Lupa Capitolina). Bronze sculpture of a she-wolf showing Romulus and Remus as suckling infants. Inspired by the legend of the founding of Rome

Siena, Italy - Contrada - Lupa (She-wolf)
Standard bearer of the Contrada of Lupa (She-wolf), Siena, Italy. At birth you become a member of one of the 17 Contrade (Districts) and your life revolves around your Contrada

Green swimming crab, Lupa elagica.. Handcolored engraving from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Universal Dictionary of Natural History), 1849

Romulus and Remus being suckled by Lupa
Detail from a page of text, showing a marginal drawing of Romulus and Remus being suckled by the she wolf Lupa. 1543

CRAB 1849
Lupa pelagica

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"Lupa: A Symbol of Nurturing and Power in Ancient Art" The Capitoline Wolf (Lupa Capitolina) suckling Romulus and Remus: This iconic bronze sculpture depicts the legendary tale of Rome's founding, symbolizing both maternal care and the city's origins. Capitoline wolf (bronze): Another representation of the nurturing she-wolf, this ancient artifact showcases the craftsmanship and reverence given to this powerful symbol throughout history. Wolf Mosaic, Aldborough Roman Town, Yorkshire, 300 AD: A stunning mosaic discovered in Yorkshire reveals how far-reaching the influence was during Roman times, with her image adorning floors as a testament to her significance. The "Capitoline Wolf", IV century BC (bronze): Dating back centuries before Christ, this remarkable bronze statue exemplifies Lupa's enduring presence in Roman culture as a protector and nurturer. Hemigrapsus penicillatus and Potamon fluviatile: These crab species bear names inspired by Lupa - an indication that even marine life acknowledges her power and influence. Forceps crab, Lupella forceps: Yet another crustacean named after Lupa herself highlights her impact on various aspects of nature beyond just human mythology. Blue swimming crab, Portunus (Portunus) pelagicus: Even modern-day marine creatures carry references to Lupa within their scientific nomenclature – a testament to her timeless allure. The Capitoline Wolf Suckling Romulus and Remus, 15th-16th century (bronze): This later rendition of the famous scene demonstrates how artists continued to be captivated by Lupa's story long after antiquity had passed. Romulus and Remus Suckled by a She-wolf, 15th century (bronze).