Fortuna – Terracotta Plaque
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Fortuna terracotta plaque, a bas-relief inspired by the decoration of a Roman oil lamp from the 1st century AD, now held at the Archaeological Museum of Este.
It represents Fortuna, the Roman goddess of fortune, destiny and prosperity. She is depicted with wings, symbolizing the ability to change destiny quickly, and with the cornucopia (horn of abundance), emblem of fertility.
This reproduction is carefully crafted in terracotta, a material that recalls antiquity and artisan tradition.
Characteristics
- Material: terracotta
- Suitable for indoors and outdoors
- Dimensions: 9.06 × 6.10 × 0.79 in (23 × 15.5 × 2 cm)
- Weight: 0.600 kg
- Produced in Italy
Historical Curiosities
In the cult of Fortuna (or Tyche) the motifs of destiny and fertility come together, she was in fact the goddess of chance and fate, and was venerated to guarantee protection and prosperity .
Her famous sanctuary was located in Preneste (now Palestrina), the entire population of Lazio flocked here to ask for answers on the future.
The goddess was considered responsible for the destiny of the Romans, so images of her were often placed in homes to attract good fortune and protect against adverse fate.
Maintenance
To keep the terracotta plaque in perfect condition, you should clean it with a soft, dry cloth and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Find out more about how to display it in your space
Frequently Asked Questions
Which attributes of Fortuna appear on the plaque?
The goddess is depicted with wings and a cornucopia, the horn of plenty. The description links these attributes to destiny, prosperity and fertility.
Which ancient object inspired the Fortuna decoration?
The bas-relief is inspired by the decoration of a Roman oil lamp from the 1st century AD, listed as held at the Archaeological Museum of Este.
What are this terracotta reproduction’s dimensions and weight?
The listed dimensions are 9.06 × 6.10 × 0.79 in (23 × 15.5 × 2 cm), and the weight is 0.600 kg. The product is made of terracotta in Italy.