Romulus and Remus – 1894 Antique Engraving Print | Founding of Rome

Original 1894 Engraving — “Romulus and Remus”

Authentic antique engraving from Best Men and Famous Women, published by Selmar Hess, New York, 1894.

This detailed mythological scene illustrates the legendary founders of Rome — the twin brothers Romulus and Remus, traditionally depicted as being nurtured by the she-wolf along the banks of the Tiber River.

The engraving captures the pastoral landscape setting of early Roman legend, combining classical mythology, natural scenery, and symbolic imagery tied to the origins of Western civilization.

A desirable plate for collectors of:

• Roman history

• Classical mythology

• Ancient civilization art

• Founding legends & origin stories

• • Approx. 11 in × 8 in sheet

  • Wide horizontal mythological composition