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Attic black figure amphora depicting a Dionysiac scene, 540-530 BC (earthenware)
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Attic black figure amphora depicting a Dionysiac scene, 540-530 BC (earthenware)
REV116576 Attic black figure amphora depicting a Dionysiac scene, 540-530 BC (earthenware) by Amasis Painter (fl.c.560-515 BC); height:33 cm; Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Greek, out of copyright
Media ID 23258720
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Bacchanalian Bacchante Bacchantes Bacchus Dionysos Dionysus Hare Lesbian Lievre Maenad Menade Orgy Sacrifice Sacrificial Spiral
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This print showcases an exquisite Attic black figure amphora, dating back to 540-530 BC. Crafted from earthenware by the renowned Amasis Painter, this masterpiece stands at a height of 33 cm and is currently housed in the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France. The amphora depicts a mesmerizing Dionysiac scene that transports viewers to ancient Greece. Spiraling patterns adorn the vessel's surface as it unveils a vibrant tableau of revelry and devotion. A female figure takes center stage, offering a rabbit as a sacrificial gift to Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy. Surrounding her are scenes of an ecstatic orgy filled with bacchantes and maenads indulging in their wild abandon. The atmosphere pulsates with energy as these devotees honor their deity through dance, music, and sensual rituals. Notably, this artwork captures moments that challenge societal norms of its time. It subtly hints at lesbian relationships within the bacchic festivities while also showcasing acts of sacrifice involving hares - symbols associated with fertility and rebirth. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are granted access to an extraordinary piece that offers both historical significance and artistic brilliance. It serves as a testament to the enduring allure of Greek mythology while inviting us into a world where divine worship intertwines with human desires.
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