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Roman Art. Woman Playing double flute
Roman Art. Woman playing double flute Aulos. Relief. Detail of sarcophagus. Vatican Museums. City of the Vatican
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Acoustics Aulos Civilitation Double Flautist Flute Flutist Instrument Musician Sarcophagus Vatican Wind Musical
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This relief depicts a woman in ancient Roman civilization engaged in the leisurely pursuit of music, playing a pair of double flutes, or Auloi, in a tranquil scene from a sarcophagus now housed in the Vatican Museums. The intricately carved detail showcases the woman's focused expression as she raises one hand to her lips, while the other hand deftly manipulates the wind-driven pipes. The double flute, an imperial instrument of the Roman Empire, was a popular choice for musicians in Rome and throughout the Roman world. The woman's elegant attire and the ornate decoration of the sarcophagus suggest that she belonged to a wealthy and influential family. The double flute, an early precursor to the modern Western flute, was an essential component of ancient Roman music, which played a significant role in both religious and secular life. The use of music for entertainment, as well as for spiritual and therapeutic purposes, was a cherished aspect of Roman civilization. This historical artifact offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Roman Empire and the importance of music in ancient society. The relief's exquisite craftsmanship and the woman's serene demeanor evoke a sense of timeless beauty and the enduring power of art to transport us across the centuries.
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