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ROMAN CELEBRATION / VIRGIL
Dancing in honour of CERES (Demeter), the goddess of agriculture. On Ceres let him call & Ceres praise, With uncouth dances & with country lays. Date: First published: 29 BC
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Agriculture Call Celebration Ceres Dances Demeter Georgics Goddess Honour Lays Pastoral Praise Romans Virgil Uncouth
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This image depicts the renowned Roman poet Virgil (70-19 BC) engaging in a lively celebration in honor of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture. The scene, taken from Virgil's pastoral work "Georgics," was first published in 29 BC. Virgil, with a serene expression, is shown in the center, dressed in a simple tunic and holding a staff. He is surrounded by a group of rural folk, who are joyfully dancing and offering praises to Ceres. The scene exudes a sense of harmony and unity, reflecting the deep connection between the Romans and their land. The verses inscribed at the bottom of the print, taken directly from "Georgics," read: "On Ceres let him call, and Ceres praise, With uncouth dances and with country lays." These lines emphasize the importance of honoring Ceres through traditional rural customs and music. The publication of "Georgics" in 29 BC marked a significant milestone in Roman literature. This work, which is considered one of Virgil's masterpieces, was instrumental in promoting the ideals of Roman agriculture and the connection between the people and their land. The image and the verses together encapsulate the spirit of Roman pastoral life and the reverence for the goddess of agriculture.
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