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Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite (Casa della Toelletta dell'Ermafrodito) found in 1836, with a faun and bacchante dancing in mid air
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Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite (Casa della Toelletta dell'Ermafrodito) found in 1836, with a faun and bacchante dancing in mid air
FLO4686968 Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite (Casa della Toelletta dell'Ermafrodito) found in 1836, with a faun and bacchante dancing in mid air. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhn (1844-1878) The Most Beautiful Paintings of Pompeii, Leipzig, 1881. by Discanno, Geremia (1839-1907); (add.info.: Mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite (Casa della Toelletta dell'Ermafrodito) found in 1836, with a faun and bacchante dancing in mid air. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhn (1844-1878) The Most Beautiful Paintings of Pompeii, Leipzig, 1881.); © Florilegius
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This print showcases a stunning mural from the House of the Toilet of Hermaphrodite, discovered in 1836. The artwork depicts a mesmerizing scene of a faun and bacchante gracefully dancing in mid-air. Chromolithographed by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno, this piece is part of Emile Presuhn's renowned collection titled "The Most Beautiful Paintings of Pompeii" published in Leipzig in 1881. The vibrant colors and intricate details bring to life the ancient Roman civilization that once thrived in Pompeii. This snapshot captures the essence of a city steeped in history and culture, transporting viewers back to a time when art flourished on every street corner. The faun and bacchante seem to defy gravity as they twirl through the air with effortless grace. Their lively dance exudes joy and celebration, reflecting the spirit of Bacchus, the Roman god associated with wine, pleasure, and revelry. As we gaze upon this chromolithograph, we are reminded not only of Pompeii's artistic legacy but also its tragic fate. Buried under layers of volcanic ash during Mount Vesuvius' eruption in AD 79, these murals remained hidden for centuries before being unearthed by archaeologists. Through this image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can appreciate both the beauty preserved within Pompeii's walls and our ongoing fascination with uncovering fragments from antiquity. It serves as a testament to human creativity transcending time and reminds us that even amidst destruction, art endures as an eternal expression of our shared humanity.
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