Brescia Celebrates 200 Years Since Winged Victory Discovery

The city of Brescia marked the bicentennial of the discovery of the Winged Victory (Vittoria Alata), a celebrated ancient bronze statue, with a ceremony that highlighted the statue's role as a symbol of shared civic identity. The event, covered by ARTE.it, emphasized how the artifact connects the city's past and present. The Winged Victory was unearthed in 1826 and has since become an emblem of Brescia's cultural heritage. The ceremony included speeches and public participation, reflecting the community's attachment to the statue. The article notes that the celebration was not just about the statue but about Brescia telling its own story through this iconic find.