Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 3rd-2nd century B.C. Greek Thiasoi were jubilant celebrations in honor of Dionysos that were attended by satyrs and maenads. From ancient literature, we learn that thiasoi occurred outdoors, and often at night. This fine bronze satyr can be identified as a participant in one such revel. An unusual aspect of his iconography is the inverted torch, a motif with great narrative potential, for the satyr may be extinguishing it or perhaps lighting it from a hearth. The full wineskin implies the latter and evokes the promise of a long, boisterous evening of drunken merriment.. Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 253624 Greek, Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin, 3rd2nd century B.C., Bronze, H. 9 15/16 in. (25.3 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Rogers Fund, 1941 (41.11.6)

Brand: PL Photography Limited
SKU: 6145-29171491
Availability: InStock

Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 3rd-2nd century B.C. Greek Thiasoi were jubilant celebrations in honor of Dionysos that were attended by satyrs and maenads. From ancient literature, we learn that thiasoi occurred outdoors, and often at night. This fine bronze satyr can be identified as a participant in one such revel. An unusual aspect of his iconography is the inverted torch, a motif with great narrative potential, for the satyr may be extinguishing it or perhaps lighting it from a hearth. The full wineskin implies the latter and evokes the promise of a long, boisterous evening of drunken merriment.. Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 253624 Greek, Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin, 3rd2nd century B.C., Bronze, H. 9 15/16 in. (25.3 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Rogers Fund, 1941 (41.11.6)

SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 3rd-2nd century B.C. Greek Thiasoi were jubilant celebrations in honor of Dionysos that were attended by satyrs and maenads. From ancient literature, we learn that thiasoi occurred outdoors, and often at night. This fine bronze satyr can be identified as a participant in one such revel. An unusual aspect of his iconography is the inverted torch, a motif with great narrative potential, for the satyr may be extinguishing it or perhaps lighting it from a hearth. The full wineskin implies the latter and evokes the promise of a long, boisterous evening of drunken merriment.. Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin 253624 Greek, Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin, 3rd2nd century B.C., Bronze, H. 9 15/16 in. (25.3 cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Rogers Fund, 1941 (41.11.6) by Piemags/PL Photography Limited is available for licensing today.

Royalty Free License

Royalty-Free Standard Commercial licenses are granted for worldwide, non-exclusive and perpetual use, unless specifically noted otherwise. All Royalty-Free transactions are final. The Royalty-Free Standard Commercial license has no limitations and covers up to 15 users.