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Bacchanalia, before 1659 (oil on canvas)
6262415 Bacchanalia, before 1659 (oil on canvas) by Wautier, Michaelina (1617-89); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Also known as the Triumph of Bacchus); Photo © Fine Art Images
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Bacchanal Bacchanalia Bacchantes Bacchus Dionysus Drunkenness Feast God Of Wine Maenads Monstrous Character Orgies Orgy Peasants Roman Mythology Satyr Satyrs Wonderful Character Ancient Roman Festivals Bacchae Dionysian Mysteries Fictional Character God Of Fertility Mystic Celebration
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This print showcases the mesmerizing artwork "Bacchanalia" by Michaelina Wautier, painted before 1659. The oil on canvas masterpiece can be found at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria. Also referred to as the "Triumph of Bacchus" this painting delves into the realm of Roman mythology and exudes a baroque aesthetic. The image depicts a scene filled with mythical creatures known as satyrs, who are both wonderful and monstrous characters from ancient folklore. Set against a backdrop of vibrant colors and intricate details, these fictional beings partake in an extravagant celebration centered around wine and revelry. This feast is dedicated to Bacchus (also known as Dionysus), the god of wine and fertility. Intriguingly, this mystic celebration involves maenads or bacchantes - female followers of Bacchus - engaging in orgies while under the influence of alcohol. Ancient Roman festivals such as these were notorious for their wildness and excessiveness. Amidst all the chaos, one cannot miss the presence of a donkey symbolizing fertility within this mythological narrative. It represents not only abundance but also serves as a reminder that even gods indulge in earthly pleasures. Wautier's skillful brushwork brings forth an immersive experience through her portrayal of this bacchanal scene. With its rich symbolism and historical context, "Bacchanalia" continues to captivate viewers centuries after its creation.
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