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Silenus at the Wine Vat, 1628 (etching)
874584 Silenus at the Wine Vat, 1628 (etching) by Ribera, Jusepe de (c.1590-1652); 26.67 x34.61 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: Silenus, companion of the wine god Dionysus in Greek mythology.); eSan Diego Museum of Art; Gift of Bruce Kamerling; Spanish, out of copyright
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© San Diego Museum of Art Gift of Bruce Kamerling / Bridgeman Images
Bacchic Barrel Barrels Corpulent Creature Creatures Deities Donkeys Drunk Drunkenness Gods Indulgence Indulgent Laziness Lazy Monstrous Character Rotund Satyr Satyrs Silenus Sloth Slothful Vats Wonderful Character Fictional Character
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This etching, titled "Silenus at the Wine Vat" by Jusepe de Ribera, transports us to the realm of Greek mythology. The print depicts Silenus, a beloved companion of Dionysus, the wine god. Measuring 26.67 x 34.61 cm and housed in the San Diego Museum of Art, this artwork showcases Ribera's mastery in capturing both mythological narratives and human emotions. In this scene, Silenus indulges himself with an abundance of wine from a large vat while surrounded by various creatures and animals. His corpulent figure exudes gluttony and slothfulness as he revels in his bacchic pleasures. A rotund donkey stands nearby, perhaps symbolizing laziness or drunkenness associated with excess consumption. Ribera's attention to detail is evident in every stroke; each creature comes alive on the paper as if they were partaking in their own mythical celebration. Through this etching, we are reminded of the power that myths hold over our imagination and how they continue to shape our understanding of ancient cultures. The fictional character Silenus serves as a wonderful embodiment of indulgence and excess within Greek mythology. This print invites us to explore not only its artistic beauty but also contemplate our own relationship with pleasure-seeking behaviors. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported into a world where gods mingle with mortals and where even monstrous characters like Silenus can captivate
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