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C1738
The Division of the Heavens for observing Auguries.
Artist:
Nathaniel Hooke (1690 - 1763)
The augur was a priest and official in the classical world, especially ancient Rome and Etruria. His main role was to interpret the will of the gods by studying the flight of the birds. The ceremony and function of the … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
The Division of the Heavens for observing Auguries.
Date:
C1738
Artist:
Nathaniel Hooke (1690 - 1763)
Condition:
Technique:
Image Size:
160mm
x 270mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1738
Description:
The augur was a priest and official in the classical world, especially ancient Rome and Etruria. His main role was to interpret the will of the gods by studying the flight of the birds. The ceremony and function of the augur was central to any major undertaking in Roman society—public or private—including matters of war, commerce, and religion. source wikipedia.
