1608
The Vestal Virgin Tuccia Proving her Innocence
Jacob MathamDutch, 1571 - 1631
The priestesses of Vesta, the ancient Roman goddess of the hearth, were required to remain chaste. When the priestess Tuccia was accused of breaking this requirement, she proved her virginity by carrying water in a sieve without spilling a drop.
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