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Roman suovetaurilia or suovitaurilia sacrifice ceremony
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Roman suovetaurilia or suovitaurilia sacrifice ceremony
Roman suovetaurilia or suovitaurilia sacrifice ceremony. A woman offers a prayer in front of an altar to Mars, young men in laurel wreaths bring a bull, a ram and a pig for sacrifice. From a bas relief on a marble sarcophagus. Sacrificio detto Suovetaurilia. 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
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts the ancient Roman Suovetaurilia or Suovitaurilia sacrifice ceremony, an essential rite connected to the Roman god of agriculture, Mars. The scene unfolds before an ornate altar, where a woman in traditional Roman attire, adorned with a veil and offering a prayer, stands in reverence. Behind her, young men in laurel wreaths, a symbol of victory and dedication to the gods, prepare for the sacrificial offerings. A bull, a ram, and a pig are led forward, each animal representing a distinct aspect of the Roman pantheon: Jupiter (bull), Juno (ram), and the Lares (pig). The triad of animals is essential to the fertility and prosperity of the Roman community. The presence of Juno, the goddess of marriage, and her attendants, Pronuba and Cupids, signifies the connection between the Suovetaurilia ceremony and weddings. The bride and groom are often depicted embracing each other in the background, symbolizing the union of two families and the continuation of the Roman lineage. The engraving, created by Pietro Santi Bartoli and published in Giulio Ferrario's Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World in 1843, is a remarkable illustration of the historical fashion and customs of the ancient Roman world. The intricate details of the altar, the foliage, and the garlands add to the overall beauty and grandeur of the scene. The delicate touch of hand-coloring further enhances the vividness of the image, transporting the viewer back in time to witness this fascinating ritual.
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