The Enigmatic Canine of Rome: A Lingering Question

Delving into the riddle of the Capitoline Wolf, an enduring emblem of Rome, found in Rome's Capitoline Museums, whose roots appear to be disputably traced to the 5th, 8th, or even the 14th century.

The Capitoline Wolf, a venerable, bronzed sculpture, resides in the Capitoline Museums of Rome. It encapsulates an image of a she-wolf, a historic icon of the city, tenderly nurturing twins believed to be the illustrious founders, Romulus and Remus. Formerly, it was believed to be a marvel of Etruscan artistry, forged as early as the 5th century BC. However, recent investigations propose that it is a creation from the 8th to the 14th centuries. The enigma surrounding the genesis of this ancient artifact persists.

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The Enigmatic Canine of Rome: A Lingering Question: 5th, 8th or 14th Century?

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