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Attic lebete (cauldron) with a wild boar hunt, in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City
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Attic lebete (cauldron) with a wild boar hunt, in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City
Attic lebete (cauldron) with a wild boar hunt, in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Vatican Museums, Gregorian Etruscan Museum Vase Archaic, Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1940 ca.. Date of Artwork:VI sec. a.C
Anderson
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Media ID 33153088
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Friezearchaic Greece Greek Art Harpy Hunting Hybrid Figure Lion Palm Wild Boar Greco Roman Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photograph captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing an exquisite piece of ancient art. The image features an Attic lebete (cauldron) adorned with intricate details depicting a wild boar hunt, proudly displayed in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum located within the Vatican City. Dating back to the 6th century BC, this remarkable artwork transports us to a bygone era of Greek civilization. The cauldron itself is beautifully crafted, showcasing skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail. It serves as a testament to the artistic prowess of its creators. The scene depicted on the cauldron depicts a thrilling wild boar hunt, where hunters clad in period clothing showcase their bravery and skill. Amongst them stands a male figure, his body exposed and muscular - symbolizing strength and virility. A captivating harpy figure hovers above them, adding an element of mythology to this mesmerizing composition. Surrounded by lush vegetation including palm trees and other vegetal elements typical of Greco-Roman artistry, this artwork truly encapsulates the essence of ancient civilization. It offers us glimpses into their daily lives while also reminding us of their rich mythological beliefs. Photographed around 1940 by Anderson from Alinari studios, this print allows viewers today to appreciate not only the beauty but also the historical significance that lies within these ancient artifacts housed within Vatican Museums' Gregorian Etruscan collection. As we gaze upon this photograph print today, we are reminded once again that art has no boundaries or limitations when it comes to transcending time and connecting us with our pasts.
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