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Canvas Print : Priests consulting the omens in Classical Rome
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Priests consulting the omens in Classical Rome
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Priests Consulting the Omens in Classical Rome" canvas print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to ancient Rome where priests meticulously studied the signs and portents to foretell the future. The intricate details and rich colors of this Rights Managed image come alive in our high-quality canvas prints, adding a touch of history and culture to any space. Elevate your home or office decor with this stunning work of art that tells a story of ancient wisdom and tradition.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative image from ancient Rome, a group of priests huddle around an ox, its massive form dwarfing the human figures as they intently study its physical attributes and behavior. The year is 45 BC, and the priests are seeking divine guidance through the ancient art of haruspicy, a form of divination that involved interpreting the entrails, organs, and other bodily fluids of animals, particularly cattle, to make predictions about the future. The priests, dressed in their ceremonial robes and adorned with the symbols of their office, are focused on the task at hand. One priest holds a pipe, perhaps a musical instrument used to call upon the gods or to create a solemn atmosphere. Another priest examines the ox's liver, spreading it out on a cloth to examine its texture, color, and shape for omens. The scene takes place in the heart of Rome, a city teeming with the sounds, smells, and sights of daily life. The bustling city is a stark contrast to the quiet, solemn ritual unfolding before us. The priests' intense concentration and the ox's stillness create a sense of anticipation, as if the outcome of their consultation could have far-reaching consequences for the city and its people. Haruspicy was an essential part of Roman religion, and the priests' role in interpreting the omens was a sacred duty. The belief in the power of divination to reveal the will of the gods was deeply ingrained in Roman culture, and the priests' consultation of the ox's omens was a testament to the enduring power of ancient traditions and the deep connection between the people of Rome and their gods. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the divine was an integral part of daily life, and the future was uncertain, to be revealed through the interpretation of omens.
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