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The education of Bacchus
The education of Bacchus. Three nymphs offer a bunch of grapes to the little god Bacchus who is raised up by his tutor Silenus. Mercury sits at right with a cithara (lyre). Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1789
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Antichità Antiquities Bacchus Cithara Ercolano Fresco Grapes Herculaneum Lyre Mercury Nymphs Piroli Pompeii Silenus Tommaso Tutor
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The Education of Bacchus
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is a captivating masterpiece from the Antiquities of Herculaneum, a collection of exquisite copperplate engravings created by Tommaso Piroli in Rome in 1789. This enchanting image depicts the young god Bacchus, the deity of wine, agriculture, and fertility, receiving his first lesson in the art of winemaking from three nurturing nymphs. The scene exudes a sense of tranquility and wonder as Bacchus, with his cherubic features and innocent expression, is raised up by his wise tutor, Silenus. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the natural world, the education of Bacchus takes place in a setting that embodies the essence of the god's domain. The nymphs offer a generous bunch of grapes to the young god, symbolizing the bounty of the earth and the beginning of his sacred relationship with the vine. Accompanying the scene is the god Mercury, the messenger of the gods and the protector of travelers, who sits at the right with his cithara (lyre) in hand. Mercury's presence underscores the importance of music in the education of Bacchus, as it was believed that the god was also the patron of music and poetry. This stunning copperplate engraving, with its intricate details and masterful use of light and shadow, offers a glimpse into the classical world and the rich mythology that shaped the artistic and cultural traditions of ancient civilizations. The Education of Bacchus is a testament to the enduring allure of the classical world and the beauty of the natural world that continues to inspire artists and art lovers alike.
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