Colossal statue of Antinous as Dionysus. Dionysus with long torch sitting on a throne, with Helios, Aphrodite and other gods. Antique fresco from Pompeii. The mystery cult of Bacchus was brought to Rome from the Greek culture of southern Italy or by way of Greek-influenced Etruria.

2013年10月23日 · Curator Carlos Picón on the "Statue of Dionysos leaning on a female figure ('Hope Dionysos')" Explore this object: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/255973 Throughout 2013, The Met invited curators from across the Museum to each talk about one artwork that changed the way they see the world.

A statue of the Greek god Dionysus or Roman Bacchus, as a young man. He has a hipshot pose, with the right right leg straight and the left leg bent. He looks towards the left.

2025年1月21日 · Dionysus, also called Bacchus, in Greco-Roman religion, a nature god of fruitfulness and vegetation, especially known as a god of wine and ecstasy. In early Greek art he was represented as a bearded man, but later he was portrayed as youthful and effeminate.

2023年9月11日 · In this article, we will delve into the world of the Dionysus statue and uncover 14 surprising facts about this legendary symbol. From its origin to its symbolism, and even its hidden secrets, we will explore the various aspects that make this statue truly remarkable.

The nearly complete statue (lower legs and left foot restored) stood in the temple of Hera (Juno) at the site. Greek and Roman temples were often used as 'museums' for displaying works of art. We see the adult god Hermes (Roman Mercury) holding his baby brother, Dionysos (Bacchus).

This colossal statue portrays a young Dionysus/Bacchus. The nude, standing figure puts his weight on his right leg. Although the head is not ancient, it was inspired by ancient heads of Dionysus with a similar hairstyle.

Marble statue of the wine-god Dionysos; holding a bunch of grapes. His head is wreathed with vines and his sandals are decorated with ivy-leaves.

2024年9月28日 · Ancient sculptors captured the essence of Dionysus through various notable works: The Statue of Dionysus from the Acropolis: This statue illustrates the god in a relaxed pose, embodying the carefree spirit of festivity and revelry.

The statue represents a nude youthful Dionysus standing on his right leg, with the left gently bending backward and resting on the ball of the foot. The head is slightly turned to the right, causing a light movement in the left shoulder and arm, which holds a thyrsus, the traditional attribute of the god.