The "Sabine Women" refers to a group of women from the ancient Sabine tribe in Italy. According to Roman mythology, they were abducted by the early Romans, led by Romulus, to provide wives for their men. This event is often depicted in art and literature as a pivotal moment in the founding of Rome. The abduction of the Sabine Women is famously illustrated in The Rape of the Sabine Women, a well-known artwork by Giovanni Bologna. The story highlights themes of conflict, survival, and the eventual reconciliation between the Romans and the Sabines, as the women played a crucial role in uniting the two groups.