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Rome / Luperci
LUPERCI - priests from a collegium who officiated at the Lupercalia honouring the wolf which suckled Romes founders, striking women with thongs to make them fertile
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Media ID 594427
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Fertile Founders Honouring Priests Romes Striking Suckled Wolf
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Rome / Luperci" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork transports you back in time to ancient Rome, where the Luperci priests, members of a collegium, officiated at the Lupercalia festival. Honouring the wolf that allegedly suckled Romes founders, these striking figures are depicted striking women with thongs, a ritual believed to ensure fertility. Add an air of mythological mystery to your space with this beautifully detailed and vibrant canvas print, perfect for any home or office. Experience the rich history and culture of Rome like never before.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the ancient Roman ritual of Lupercalia, as officiated by the Luperci, the priests of the collegium honoring the mythical wolf that had suckled Rome's founding brothers, Romulus and Remus. The Lupercalia, held annually on February 15th, was a fertility festival to ensure abundant crops and offspring. The Luperci, dressed in goatskins and carrying thongs made from the same material, are depicted striking women with these symbols of purification and fertility. The women, seeking to increase their chances of conceiving, would line up to be struck by the priests, believing that the ritual would make them more fertile. This classical historical scene is a fascinating glimpse into the rich religious practices of ancient Rome. The Lupercalia, with its unique blend of mythology, ritual, and community, is a testament to the enduring power of tradition and the human desire for connection to the divine. The Luperci, with their stern yet compassionate expressions, embody the sacred role they played in the lives of the Roman people. Their commitment to preserving the ancient traditions and ensuring the continuity of the Roman civilization is a reminder of the importance of honoring the past and the role it plays in shaping our present and future. This image, with its striking contrasts of light and shadow, transports us back in time, allowing us to witness the magic and mystery of a bygone era. The Lupercalia and the Luperci are a captivating reminder of the depth and complexity of Roman history and the enduring allure of the classical world.
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