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Vestal Virgin buried alive as a punishment
A Vestal Virgin, who has broken her vow of perpetual virginity, is buried alive
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Media ID 573801
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Alive Broken Buried Perpetual Vestal Virgin Virginity
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the hauntingly captivating Vestal Virgin Buried Alive poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the ancient world and its intriguing rituals. The Vestal Virgins were priestesses in ancient Rome, sworn to perpetual virginity and responsible for maintaining the sacred hearth fire. Breaking this sacred vow was considered a grave offense, resulting in the horrifying punishment of burial alive. This poster, with its chilling detail and somber atmosphere, invites you to ponder the complexities of ancient Roman society and the price paid for transgressing its sacred rules. Add this thought-provoking piece to your collection and let the story of the Vestal Virgin Buried Alive serve as a reminder of the past and its enduring mysteries.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the tragic fate of a Vestal Virgin who has broken her sacred vow of perpetual virginity in ancient Rome. The solemn expression on her face conveys the gravity of her punishment - being buried alive as a consequence of betraying her religious commitment.
The Vestal Virgins were priestesses dedicated to keeping the sacred flame burning in the Temple of Vesta, symbolizing purity and fertility. Breaking their vow was considered a grave offense against both religion and society, punishable by the most severe means.
As she is lowered into the earth, surrounded by onlookers and guards, one can only imagine the fear and despair she must have felt in those final moments. The cruelty of this punishment serves as a stark reminder of the strict moral code that governed ancient Roman society.
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back to 337 BC, allowing us to witness this harrowing scene from classical history. It serves as a poignant reminder of the power dynamics at play in ancient civilizations and prompts reflection on how far we have come in terms of justice and human rights since then.
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