"Capitoline She-wolf"

Located in Capitoline Museum in Rome, Italy

Given to the Roman people in 1471 by Pope Sixtus IV

The bronze statue of the Capitoline She-wolf is known as the symbol of Rome. Romulus and Remus were known to be the founding mythical twins of Rome that were originally nursed by a she-wolf. The artist of this bronze sculpture is making a visual record of the people, places and events of their time. This sculpture depicts the moment where Romulus and Remus arrived in Rome and they were being fed by the she-wolf that helped them survive. This sculpture records accurately the mythological tale exactly how it was supposed to be seen. The artist most likely created this bronze statue using the direct lost-wax method of casting to depict this moment in time. The artist also gives form to the immaterial-- hidden or universal truths, spiritual forces, or personal feelings through this sculpture. This sculpture is created through a mythological legend that portrays a deeper meaning to the foundation of Rome. It gives reason for the creation of such a thriving city and stood as a symbol to celebrated for thousands of years. The universal truth of this sculpture led to the Roman people believing that the city was created by something more powerful than just two boys showing up on a riverside and the artist wanted to create this relic for everyone to see and remember.