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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
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating beauty of ancient Rome with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "Roman Art. Woman Playing Double Flute." This exquisite detail from a sarcophagus in the Vatican Museums showcases a woman gracefully playing an aulos, an ancient double reed instrument. Add a touch of history and culture to your space with this stunning, high-quality poster print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Order now and bring the timeless elegance of Roman art into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.2cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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