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Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD)
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Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD)
XIR331774 Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia, mosaic from Herculaneum (50-79 AD) by Roman Imperial Period (27 BC-476 AD); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Mosaic depicting Lycurgus in the act of killing Ambrosia with a sword and Dionysus (Bacchus) trying to stop him blocking his hand. Also a panther is attacking him. At the front bottom Ambrosia is being transformed into a grape vine. Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Mosaic detached from its original wall)
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This print showcases the ancient Roman mosaic titled "Lycurgus attacking the Nymph Ambrosia". Created during the first century AD, this masterpiece is now housed in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Naples, Italy. The intricate artwork depicts a dramatic scene where Lycurgus, driven by madness, mercilessly strikes down Ambrosia with a sword. However, Dionysus (Bacchus), the god of wine and revelry, desperately tries to intervene by blocking Lycurgus' hand. Adding to the chaos, a fierce panther lunges at Lycurgus from behind. At the forefront of this mosaic lies an intriguing transformation: as punishment for her fate, Ambrosia morphs into a grape vine. This artistic representation symbolizes both divine retribution and nature's response to human conflict. The opulent leaves surrounding the figures further emphasize their mythological significance. The image captures a pivotal moment frozen in time—a clash between mortals and gods—where violence meets resistance. It serves as a testament to Roman civilization's fascination with mythology and its portrayal through art forms like mosaics. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, viewers are transported back to antiquity—an era filled with battles and confrontations that shaped European history. It invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, punishment for hubris, and humanity's relationship with deities. As we admire this remarkable piece of Italian heritage preserved within Herculaneum's ruins, we are reminded of our own capacity for both beauty and destruction.
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