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Black figured Attic amphora with Dionysus and Silenus, preserved in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City
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Black figured Attic amphora with Dionysus and Silenus, preserved in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City
Black figured Attic amphora with Dionysus and Silenus, preserved in the Gregorian Etruscan Museum, Vatican City State of the Vatican City Musei Vaticani Amphora Archaic, Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1942 ca.. Date of Artwork:VI sec. a.C
Anderson
ADA-F-042006-0000
Media ID 33151524
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Dionysus Bacchus Divinity Drapery Friezearchaic Greece Greek Art Minor Divinity Palm Silenus Greco Roman Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This black figured Attic amphora, featuring the divine figures of Dionysus and Silenus, is a true treasure preserved within the esteemed Gregorian Etruscan Museum in Vatican City. This remarkable artwork hails from ancient Greece, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of Archaic Greek art. Dated back to approximately the 6th century BC, this photograph taken around 1942 beautifully captures the essence of this historical masterpiece. The amphora depicts Dionysus, known as Bacchus in Roman mythology, alongside Silenus – a minor divinity associated with wine and revelry. The male figures are portrayed in their natural nudity, symbolizing their divine nature and power. Dionysus stands tall with an air of authority while holding a palm branch - a traditional symbol representing victory or triumph. Silenus appears more relaxed and jovial as he reclines on his side amidst lush vegetation. The intricate drapery adorning both figures adds depth and texture to the composition. It gracefully cascades down their bodies, emphasizing their godly presence while contrasting against the vibrant vegetal elements surrounding them. This archaic frieze serves as a testament to Ancient Greek civilization's rich artistic heritage that has influenced countless generations throughout Europe. Its inclusion within the Gregorian Etruscan Museum showcases Vatican City's commitment to preserving cultural treasures from diverse civilizations. Captured by Anderson through his lens, this photograph allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this magnificent artwork without being physically present at its location. It invites us into an enchanting world where gods roam freely among mortals – reminding us of humanity's enduring fascination with mythology and our eternal quest for beauty and meaning.
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