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Statue of the Egyptian goddess Isis with the attributes of Flora in basalt. Copperplate engraving from Pietro Paolo Montagnani-Mirabilis Il Museo Capitolino (The Capitoline Museum), Rome, 1820
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Attributes Basalt Capitoline Capitolino Civilization Flora Goddess Isis Montagnani Mirabili Museo Paolo Pietro
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This image showcases a unique fusion of Egyptian and Roman artistic traditions, as depicted in the Statue of the Egyptian goddess Isis adorned with the attributes of Flora. The statue, carved from basalt and beautifully preserved, is a testament to the rich cultural exchange that occurred during the classical Roman civilization. Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of motherhood, magic, and fertility, is portrayed here with the iconic cornucopia, symbolizing abundance and prosperity, and a wreath of flowers, emblematic of Flora, the Roman goddess of blooming plants and the season of spring. The intricate details of the statue are captured in this exquisite copperplate engraving, created by Pietro Paolo Montagnani-Mirabili in 1820. Montagnani-Mirabili was an accomplished engraver and antiquarian, known for his meticulous and accurate depictions of ancient artifacts. This illustration, taken from The Capitoline Museum in Rome, showcases the goddess in a serene and graceful pose, with her arms outstretched, offering the cornucopia to the viewer. The statue's intricate details, from the delicate petals of the flowers to the intricate patterns on her headdress, are rendered with remarkable precision and detail in the engraving. The fusion of Egyptian and Roman artistic traditions in this statue is a reflection of the complex and dynamic cultural exchange that occurred between the two civilizations. The goddess Isis, revered in ancient Egypt for her protective and nurturing qualities, was adopted by the Romans and incorporated into their pantheon as a symbol of fertility and abundance. This image serves as a reminder of the enduring influence of ancient civilizations on our collective cultural heritage.
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