Studi Etruschi

Il santuario di Cupra a Fossato di Vico

Francesco Marcattili

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Abstract

In this paper, the archaeological remains found in the sanctuary at the site of Aja della Croce, near Fossato di Vico, are described and interpreted. This sanctuary is known in the archaeological and linguistic literature especially for the discovery of the bronze plaque with the dedication to Cupra Mater. Although brought to light during partial excavations, the structures identified and described during the 1869 and 1918 investigations are essential in order to interpret the controversial bio of the inscription. Moreover, they will help reconstruct the rituals performed in the Cupra sanctuary, celebrated in observance of religious practices that also occur in the cults of the Roman goddesses Bona Dea and Venus.

Ubicato in età romana nel territorio della statio di Helvillum, questo complesso sacro fu esplorato parzialmente nel 1869 – anno di rinvenimento della lamina –, quindi in maniera più ampia e sistematica nel 1918 sotto la direzione di E. Stefani. [...]

Parole chiave

• Umbria
• Via Flaminia
• Helvillum