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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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Media ID 14314963
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Acoustics Aulos Civilitation Double Flautist Flute Flutist Instrument Musician Sarcophagus Vatican Wind Musical
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the ancient world into your modern home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases a Roman woman elegantly playing a double flute, an Aulos, as depicted in a detailed relief from the Vatican Museums. The rich history and intricate artistry of Roman civilization are beautifully preserved in this high-quality print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add an air of sophistication and culture to any room with this stunning representation of Roman art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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