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Statue of the Roman goddess Abundantia with cornucopia
Statue of the Roman goddess Abbondanza or Abundantia with the cornucopia (horn of plenty). In the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican. Copperplate engraving by Gio. Petrini after an illustration by A. Tofanelli from Pietro Paolo Montagnani-Mirabilis Il Museo Capitolino (The Capitoline Museum), Rome, 1820
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Belvedere Capitoline Capitolino Civilization Cornucopia Courtyard Goddess Horn Montagnani Mirabili Museo Paolo Petrini Pietro Plenty Tofanelli Vatican Abbondanza Abundantia
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1. Title: "Abundantia, the Roman Goddess of Abundance: A Vision of Prosperity in the Belvedere Courtyard of the Vatican" The captivating image before us presents Abundantia, the Roman goddess of abundance and fertility, graciously pouring from her cornucopia, or horn of plenty. This exquisite copperplate engraving, created by Gio. Petrini after an illustration by A. Tofanelli, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Rome. The statue, originally housed in the Capitoline Museum in Rome, is now a cherished addition to the Belvedere Courtyard in the Vatican. Dating back to the 1820s, this engraving serves as a testament to the enduring allure of Roman civilization and its classical art. Abundantia is depicted as a beautiful, plump woman, her face radiant with a gentle smile. She wears a flowing robe and a diadem adorned with fruits and flowers. In her left hand, she holds the cornucopia, a symbol of abundance and prosperity, while her right hand pours out its bounty. The cornucopia, a horn shaped like a goat's horn, is filled to the brim with an array of fruits, vegetables, grains, and flowers. This symbol of abundance and prosperity was believed to have been discovered by the shepherd Amalthea, who raised Jupiter as an infant. Jupiter, in gratitude, bestowed the horn upon her as a reward for her kindness. This enchanting image of Abundantia and her cornucopia serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and the enduring values of abundance, prosperity, and the blessings of nature that have been cherished throughout history. The statue's placement in the Belvedere Courtyard of the Vatican, a place of spiritual and artistic significance, further emphasizes the importance of these values in both the past and the present.
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