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Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum
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Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum
6340011 Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Lares house gods depicted in a Lararium shrine found in Herculaneum. Crowned genii pour libations and bring a boar to sacrfice, while a woman with cornucopia makes an offering on an altar and a man plays a tibia or aulos. Two serpents crawl toward a cista mystica (sacred chest) below. Lari da una pittura d Ercolano. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Corsi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Il Costume Antico e Moderno, Florence, 1843.); © Florilegius
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Aulos Boar Cornucopia Corsi Genii Giulio Ferrario Herculaneum Il Costume Antico E Moderno Lararium Lares Libations Offering Serpents Shrine Copperplate Engraving Handcoloured Tibia
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This print showcases a remarkable depiction of the Lares house gods in a Lararium shrine discovered in Herculaneum. The artwork, captured by Corsi in the 19th century, offers an intriguing glimpse into Roman religious practices and beliefs. In this scene, crowned genii are seen pouring libations and presenting a boar for sacrifice. A woman holding a cornucopia makes an offering on an altar nearby, while a man plays either the tibia or aulos instrument. Two serpents slither towards a cista mystica, also known as a sacred chest, positioned below. The intricate details of this handcoloured copperplate engraving bring to life the ancient customs and rituals associated with these revered deities. The image is part of Giulio Ferrario's renowned work "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World" which beautifully captures historical fashion and cultural traditions from various eras. As we admire this illustration, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how Romans honored their household gods through elaborate ceremonies conducted within domestic shrines like Lararia. This mesmerizing piece serves as both an artistic treasure and valuable historical artifact that sheds light on ancient Roman society's spiritual practices.
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