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37 - A pair of finely carved walnut panels depicting scenes of sa…
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Estimate €800 - €1,200
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A pair of finely carved walnut panels depicting scenes of sacrifice relating to the early history of Rome; - The sacrifice of Caius Mucius Scævola. - The sacrifice of the Vestal Virgins. 19th century. Very slight losses and cracks, framed. Dimensions: 46 x 35 cm With frame: 62 x 50 cm. Notes: Caius Mucius Scævola was a legendary hero of ancient Rome, famous for his courage and patriotism. According to tradition, he attempted to assassinate the Etruscan king Lars Porsenna, who was besieging the city in order to restore Tarquin to the throne. After mistakenly killing the king’s secretary (whose body can be seen in the background of the panel), Caius was captured; he then voluntarily placed his right hand in the fire and declared that three hundred young Romans had sworn, like him, to be prepared to sacrifice themselves to kill Porsenna. Frightened by this revelation, Porsenna laid down his arms and sent ambassadors to Rome. Following this feat, Mucius was given the nickname ‘Scævola’, meaning ‘the Left-hander’, as he is said to have lost the use of his right hand. Rhea Silvia, the mother of Romulus and Remus, the legendary founders of Rome, was a Vestal Virgin. Their main duty was to tend the sacred fire in the Temple of Vesta, a symbol of the city’s protection and prosperity. Selected from childhood, they were required to observe a vow of chastity for thirty years. Highly respected by the Romans, the Vestal Virgins enjoyed numerous privileges and played a vital role in the religious and political life of Rome.
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Auction time 08/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
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