Silenus Collection (#6)

Picture No. 11676884
Lion-tailed Macaque / Wanderoo adult male with dominant aggressive posture (ranks among the rarest and most threatened primates) Date:

Picture No. 11676883
Lion-tailed Macaque / Wanderoo adult male with dominant aggressive posture (ranks among the rarest and most threatened primates) Date:

Picture No. 11676882
Lion-tailed Macaque / Wanderoo (ranks among the rarest and most threatened primates) Date:

Picture No. 11676881
Lion-tailed Macaque / Wanderoo (ranks among the rarest and most threatened primates) Date:

Picture No. 11676879
Lion-tailed Macaque / Wanderoo adult male with dominant aggressive posture (ranks among the rarest and most threatened primates) Date:

Picture No. 11676303
Lion-tailed Macaque male showing canines Date:

The Triumph of Bacchus (oil on canvas)
XIR91006 The Triumph of Bacchus (oil on canvas) by Natoire, Charles Joseph (1700-77); 160x194 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591-1652), Drunken Silenus, 1628, etching and engraving

Nicolas Chapron (French), The Elderly Silenus, 1650s, etching with engraving on laid paper

Rena Boyvin after Luca Penni (French, c. 1525 - c. 1625), Silenus, engraving
Rena© Boyvin after Luca Penni (French, c. 1525 - c. 1625), Silenus, engraving

The noble banquet celebrating the marriage of Cupid and Psyche from the Sala di Amore e Psiche
XAL78419 The noble banquet celebrating the marriage of Cupid and Psyche from the Sala di Amore e Psiche, 1527-31 (fresco) (for details see 78420-23) by Romano

The Birth of Bacchus (oil on canvas)
XIR212970 The Birth of Bacchus (oil on canvas) by Flemish School, (18th century); Musee d Art et d Archeologie, Moulins, France; (add.info.: born from the thigh of his father)

Drunken Silenus supported by Bacchantes, Franciscus van der Steen, Gerard van Keulen, 1643 - 1672

LIQUOR TAX CARTOON, 1796. The Wine Duty, or The Triumph of Bacchus and Silenus with John Bulls Remonstrance. John Bull petitioning William Pitt and Henry Dundas to lighten the liquor tax

Picture No. 11051768
Lion Tailed Macacque / Wanderoo male Western Ghats, South India Date:

Philippe Duc d Orleans (1674-1723) Regent of France from 1715 during minority of of Louis XV. Here as Bacchus, standing beside a statue of Silenus, drunken attendant and nurse to Bacchus

Third style fresco depicting funambolist Seleni, detail of Silenus holding thyrsus
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Third style fresco depicting funambolist Seleni. From Pompei, so-called Villa of Cicero. Detail: Silenus holding thyrsus

Etruscan terracotta mask of Silenus
Etruscan civilization. Terracotta mask of Silenus

Marble group representing faun Silenus holding infant Dionysus in his arms, from Rome, Sallustian Gardens
Roman civilization, 1st-3rd century A.D. Marble group representing faun Silenus holding the infant Dionysus in his arms. From Rome, Sallustian Gardens

Antefix in shape of Silenus head from Temple at Pyrgi, Latium region, Italy
Etruscan civilization, 5th century b.C. Antefix in the shape of Silenus head. From a Temple at Pyrgi, Latium region, Italy

Mosaic depicting Dionysus and the old Silenus fighting against pirates in the Mediterranean Sea, from Thugga, Dougga
Roman civilization, 3rd century A.D. Mosaic depicting Dionysus and the old Silenus fighting against pirates in the Mediterranean Sea, 260 A.D. From Thugga (Dougga, Tunisia). Detail

Vase in shape of Silenus head, from Asia Minor
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Asia Minor. Vase in the shape of Silenus head

Etruscan Civilization, Vase with Silenuss face
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Marble bust of Silenus, from Padua, Veneto Region, Italy
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Marble bust of Silenus, found at Padua (Veneto Region) in 1924. Roman copy of a Hellenistic original

Brunfelss Herbarium (1530). Title page for Herbarium vivae eicones by the German theologian and botanist Otto Brunfels (1488-1534)

SILENUS. Line engraving, French, 19th century, after a bronze sculpture

Midas and Silenus
For services rendered, he is offered a wish by Silenus : he foolishly asks that anything he may touch shall be turned to gold... in the end he begs Silenus to withdraw his gift

Freiherr Von Gundling 1
JAKOB PAUL Freiherr von GUNDLING : German statesman and historian, treated as a buffoon at the court of Friedrich I - hence this depiction of him as Silenus

Silenus (Rubens)
The nurse, attendant and drinking companion of Dionysos / Bacchus

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"Silenus: The Enigmatic Figure in Art and Mythology" Silenus, a fascinating character from Greek mythology, has captivated artists throughout history. In this diverse collection of artworks, we catch glimpses of his multifaceted nature. In Abraham Govaerts' landscape painting, Silenus stands alongside Ceres amidst a picturesque wood. Their presence adds an air of mystique to the scene as they engage in their enigmatic activities. Meanwhile, Annibale Carracci's depiction shows Silenus gathering grapes. This image captures the essence of Bacchus' entourage and highlights Silenus' role as a loyal companion to the god of wine. Moving on to Pompeii's Villa of the Mysteries, we encounter an intriguing fresco known as "Thiasus of Dionysus. " Here, Silenus is part of a wild procession celebrating Bacchic rites. His inclusion emphasizes his association with revelry and ecstasy. William-Adolphe Bouguereau's painting portrays the youthfulness and beauty often attributed to Bacchus. Silenus appears as one among many figures surrounding him—an emblematic reminder that wisdom can be found even in unexpected places. The Roman marble sarcophagus showcases intricate Dionysiac scenes where Silenus takes center stage once again. These carvings immortalize his significance within ancient mythology and serve as testaments to his enduring legacy. A Roman sculpture depicting a statue further exemplifies how he was revered by ancient civilizations. Crafted after an earlier model, it demonstrates how this figure continued to inspire awe long after his mythological era had passed. "The Dance of Bacchantes" by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux presents us with another lively portrayal featuring Silenus amidst a frenzied celebration. This artwork encapsulates the chaotic energy associated with these mythical gatherings while highlighting Silenus' integral role within them.