Vestals Collection

The Vestal Tuccia, Second Half of the 18th cen Artist: Corvi, Domenico (1721-1803)
The Vestal Tuccia, Second Half of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Musei Capitolini, Rome

Vestals
3433603 Vestals by Ferri, Ciro (1634-89); Galleria Spada, Rome, Lazio, Italy; (add.info.: Ferri Ciro 1634-89 " Le Vestali" - Roma, Galleria Spada ); Italian, out of copyright

The Recent Excavations in Rome, Discovery of the House of the Vestal Virgins (engraving)
1044624 The Recent Excavations in Rome, Discovery of the House of the Vestal Virgins (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Excavations in Rome)

Rome, Italy, Tempio Di Vesta (colour photo)
2816026 Rome, Italy, Tempio Di Vesta (colour photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rome, Italy, Tempio Di Vesta)

Antique wall paintings from Pompeii
Antique Trompe l oeil wall paintings from the Casa della Caccia, or the House of L. Ceius Secundus and Fabia Prima, and the Casa del Vestali, House of the Vestals, Pompeii

Narcissus contemplating his reflection in
Wall painting of Narcissus contemplating his reflection said to have been found in the Casa delle Vestali or House of the Vestals, Reg. VI, Ins. 1, No. 7

Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum (litho)
1628419 Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum)

The Discoveries in the Roman Forum (b / w photo)
1601360 The Discoveries in the Roman Forum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Discoveries in the Roman Forum)

The Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum (b / w photo)
1600628 The Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Discoveries in the Roman Forum)

The passing of the Vestals
908857 The passing of the Vestals by Motte, Henri-Paul (1846-1922); (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published Hutchinson & Co circa 1920); French, out of copyright

VESTALS SACRIFICING
Roman Vestal Virgins make a sacrifice, probably of precious spices

The Vestal Virgin Tuccia with a Sieve, c. 1500. Creator: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
The Vestal Virgin Tuccia with a Sieve, c. 1500. Found in the Collection of National Gallery, London

The Vestals. Found in the Collection of Ayuntamiento de Sevilla

Portrait of a Lady as a Vestal Virgin, 1782. Artist: Kauffmann, Angelika (1741-1807)
Portrait of a Lady as a Vestal Virgin, 1782. Found in the collection of the Dresden State Art Collections

The Vestal Virgin Tuccia, ca 1555. Artist: Moroni, Giovan Battista (1520 / 25-1578)
The Vestal Virgin Tuccia, ca 1555. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Vestal Virgins in ancient Rome tending the sacred fire in their temple. After a 19th century illustration by an unidentified artist; Illustration

Priestesses of the goddess Vesta. Colored engraving
Priestesses of the goddess Vesta in the temple. Engraving. Colored

Priestesses of the goddess Vesta in the temple. Engraving

House of the Vestal Virgins. Rome. Italy
Italy. Rome. House of the Vestal VIrgins. Aerial view. Roman Forum

The Excavations in Rome: Discovery of the House of the Vestal Virgins, Italy, 1883: 1
THE EXCAVATIONS IN ROME: DISCOVERY OF THE HOUSE OF THE VESTAL VIRGINS, ITALY, 1883: 1. General View of the Excavations which are being made between the Forum and the Palace of the Cmsars. 2

Ruins of Forum, Rome with House of the Vestals on left

Vestals Sacrificing
Roman Vestal Virgins make a sacrifice, probably of precious spices

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"The Vestals: Guardians of Rome's Sacred Flame and Legacy" In the second half of the 18th century, artist Domenico Corvi captured the essence of "The Vestal Tuccia" in a stunning masterpiece. This painting depicted one of Rome's revered Vestal Virgins, symbolizing purity and devotion. Recent excavations in Rome unveiled the long-lost House of the Vestal Virgins, shedding light on their secretive lives. An engraving showcased this remarkable discovery, showcasing their sacred dwelling that held centuries worth of history within its walls. Tempio Di Vesta, located in Rome, Italy, stands as a testament to the significance of these priestesses. A vibrant color photo revealed this ancient temple dedicated to Vesta - goddess of hearth and home - where vestals performed rituals to maintain eternal fire. Antique wall paintings from Pompeii provided glimpses into everyday life for these chosen women. Among them was Narcissus contemplating his reflection; an intriguing depiction suggesting introspection amidst their spiritual duties. Lithographs capturing recent discoveries in the Roman Forum brought forth new insights into vestal practices. Black-and-white photos showcased ongoing archaeological efforts that unraveled mysteries surrounding these enigmatic figures who played vital roles in Roman society. As time passed by, so did the era sacrificing themselves for Rome's prosperity. The passing of these devoted women marked an end to an era filled with tradition and reverence for divine forces. Andrea Mantegna's artwork portrayed another iconic figure: "The Vestal Virgin Tuccia with a Sieve. " Created around 1500, it immortalized one particular vestal known for her legendary act involving water purification – demonstrating unwavering dedication even through challenging tasks. Through various artistic depictions and recent discoveries alike, we continue to unravel the captivating story behind these extraordinary women known as "vestals.