Framed Print : Roman Art. Woman Playing double flute
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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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring the timeless beauty of ancient Roman art into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece showcases a woman gracefully playing a double flute, also known as an aulos, as depicted in a detailed relief from the Vatican Museums. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image transports you back in time, adding an air of sophistication and history to any space. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its authenticity and enhance its visual appeal. Elevate your interior design with a touch of ancient culture and timeless elegance.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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