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Vestal virgin Tuccia carries water colander prove
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Vestal virgin Tuccia carries water colander prove
Vestal virgin Tuccia carries water in a colander to prove her innocence, The Vestal virgin Tuccia, by the river Tiber who is portrayed by a river god, carries water in a colander to prove her innocence. Romulus and Remus are sitting in the foreground with a she-wolf, the Lupa Capitolina. Illustration from the story of Pliny, Naturalis Historia. Fresh in Latin in three columns in lower margin, the Vestal virgin Tuccia, accused or fornication, carries water in a sive to prove her chastity, personification or river Tiber, Tevere (Ripa), kitchen utensils: sieve, Romulus and Remus are washed ashore and suckled by a she-wolf, Lupa Romana Tiber, Raffaello Guidi (mentioned on object), 1613, paper, engraving, h 381 mm × w 476 mm
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Media ID 19545701
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1613 Accused Chastity Colander Foreground Fresh Innocence Kitchen Utensils Latin Lower Margin Personification Portrayed Remus Ripa River God Romulus Sieve Sitting Sive Story Tiber Washed Ashore Wolf Fornication Mentioned Pliny Prove River Tiber She Wolf Suckled Tevere Three Columns
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This print from the Liszt Collection captures a powerful moment in history. The image depicts Vestal virgin Tuccia, known for her innocence and purity, carrying water in a colander to prove her chastity. Standing by the majestic river Tiber, she is portrayed alongside a river god, symbolizing the divine support she receives. In the foreground of this scene are Romulus and Remus, legendary figures who were washed ashore and nurtured by a nurturing she-wolf called Lupa Capitolina. Their presence adds an intriguing layer to this already fascinating composition. The illustration originates from Pliny's "Naturalis Historia" where it narrates the story of Tuccia's accusation of fornication. Determined to clear her name, she carries water in a sieve as evidence of her virtue. The Latin text below provides fresh insights into this tale while adding an air of authenticity to the engraving itself. It showcases not only Tuccia's bravery but also highlights how kitchen utensils like sieves can become symbols of truth and justice. Created by Raffaello Guidi in 1613 on paper using engraving techniques, this artwork measures 381 mm high and 476 mm wide. Its intricate details bring each element to life with remarkable precision. This print serves as both a visual feast for art enthusiasts and an invitation to delve deeper into ancient Roman mythology and its timeless stories of strength and resilience.
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