Dionysos Collection

Parthenon. East Pediment. Acropolis, Athens. 438-432 BC. Bri
Parthenon. East Pediment. Helioss horses and Dionysos, Demeter and Kore, Artemis. Acropolis, Athens. 438-432 BC. Marble. British Museum. London. England. United Kingdom

Detail of the statue of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, c. 330 BC (parian marble), head of Hermes (see BAL 54791)
ALI230715 Detail of the statue of Hermes and the Infant Dionysus, c.330 BC (parian marble), head of Hermes (see BAL 54791) by Praxiteles (c.400-c.330 BC); height : 210 cm; Archaeological Museum

Mosaic floor, House of Dionysos, Quarter of the Theatre, archaeological site, Delos, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cyclades Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Bacchus, 1867 (w / c & bodycolour on paper)
CH343569 Bacchus, 1867 (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Solomon, Simeon (1840-1905); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Theatre of Dionysos
The restored theatre of Dionysos in Athens

Black-figured plate, made in Athens, 6th century bc
3079203 Black-figured plate, made in Athens, 6th century bc by Greek school, (6th century BC); (add.info.: Black-figured plate, depicts Dionysos, god of wine)

Dionysus Attended by Two Bacchantes, c.1865. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Descamps
Dionysus Attended by Two Bacchantes, c.1865

A Bacchanal, Unknown date. Creator: Sebastiano Ricci
A Bacchanal, Unknown date

Portrait head of Antinous wearing the wreath of Dionysus, part of a statue from the villa of Emperor Hadrian at Tivoli
BOO90852 Portrait head of Antinous wearing the wreath of Dionysus, part of a statue from the villa of Emperor Hadrian at Tivoli, Roman, 2nd century (marble); height: 39 cm; State Hermitage Museum

Bacchus surrounded by Putti, a statue of Priapus at right, 1530-60

Greece, Athens, New Acropolis Museum and Theater of Dionysos

Turkey, Eastern Turkey, Gaziantep - Antep, Museum, Mosaic from Roman site of Belkis Zeugma

ORPHEUS AND BACCHANTES
After the death of Eurydice, he goes off women, and they off him : when he meets a group of Maenads celebrating Dionysos, they tear him to pieces like wild animals

The Vintage; a man pouring grapes from a basket into a vat, above Bacchus sitting, ... ca. 1517-20
The Vintage; a man pouring grapes from a basket into a vat, above Bacchus sitting, other figures at left, ca. 1517-20

Hercules Reposing, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engaving)
2966826 Hercules Reposing, pub. 1799 (hand coloured engaving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Amphora (Storage Jar), 490-480 BCE. Creator: Michigan Painter
Amphora (Storage Jar), 490-480 BCE

Mastoid (Drinking Cup) with Handles, 500-480 BCE. Creator: Haimon Painter
Mastoid (Drinking Cup) with Handles, 500-480 BCE

Satiro Della Valle, copy from an original of the Hellenistic period found near the Theatre of Pompei in Campus Martius
1630041 Satiro Della Valle, copy from an original of the Hellenistic period found near the Theatre of Pompei in Campus Martius (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome

Statue of Young Dionysos, 100 BCE-100 CE. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Young Dionysos, 100 BCE-100 CE. Hellenistic or Roman; Eastern Mediterranean

Coin Depicting Bust of Dionysos, 3rd century CE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting Bust of Dionysos, 3rd century CE

Tetradrachm (Coin) Depicting the God Dionysos, after 146 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Depicting the God Dionysos, after 146 BCE

Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, late 3rd century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, late 3rd century BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles or the God Dionysos (?), 3rd century BCE and later

Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, 183-149 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, 183-149 BCE

Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, about 133 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, about 133 BCE

Autumn, from The Seasons, Paris, 1700 / 20. Creator: Gobelins Manufactory
Autumn, from The Seasons, Paris, 1700/20. Diana and Bacchus float on a cloud, holding a floral wreath featuring a stag hunt

Bacchus Consoling Ariadne, c. 1892. Creator: Jules Dalou
Bacchus Consoling Ariadne, c. 1892

Bacchus Consoling Ariadne, modeled c. 1892 (cast 1903 / 07). Creator: Jules Dalou
Bacchus Consoling Ariadne, modeled c. 1892 (cast 1903/07)

The Birth of Bacchus, c. 1790. Creator: Unknown
The Birth of Bacchus, c. 1790

The Windham Bacchus, 1937. Creator: Alvin M Gully
The Windham Bacchus, 1937

Fountain of Mercury in the garden of the Villa Medici... 1691 or after. Fontana di Mercurio nel giardino del Gran Duca di Toscana alla Trinita de Monti adornata di / statue di metallo avanti il

Bacchus giving grapes to women, from The Loves of the Gods, 1531-60
Bacchus at left giving grapes to women, from The Loves of the Gods, 1531-60

Bacchus with his companions discovering Ariadne on the island of Naxos, after Reni, 1650-80

Bacchus and drunken Silenus, 1640-60. Creator: Frans van den Wyngaerde
Bacchus and drunken Silenus, 1640-60

Mask of Bacchus with a Wreath of Grape Leaves and Ribbon, from Divers Masques, ca. 1635-45

The Young Bacchus, c. 1589 (oil on canvas)
ALG166344 The Young Bacchus, c.1589 (oil on canvas) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); 93x85 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

The Sword of Damocles (oil on canvas)
CH139917 The Sword of Damocles (oil on canvas) by Gandy, Herbert (1857-1934); 165x165 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: sword suspended by a human hair used by Dionysus to show Damocles what)

Parthenon sculptures: Theseus or Dionysos, British Museum (b / w photo)
6000898 Parthenon sculptures: Theseus or Dionysos, British Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theseus or Dionysos, British Museum)

Dionysus counseling the nymph Akme, House of Dionysos, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic)
696771 Dionysus counseling the nymph Akme, House of Dionysos, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Dionysus, Kato Paphos, Cyprus; (add.info.: Dionysus the Greek god of wine)

Hunting scene, House of Dionysos, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic)
696758 Hunting scene, House of Dionysos, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Dionysus, Kato Paphos

The Triumphant Procession of Dionysos, detail of Seilenos riding his donkey
696755 The Triumphant Procession of Dionysos, detail of Seilenos riding his donkey. House of Aion, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Aion, Kato Paphos

The presentation of baby Dionysus by Hermes. Detail of Hermes, Nectar and Theogen
696753 The presentation of baby Dionysus by Hermes. Detail of Hermes, Nectar and Theogen, House of Aion, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Aion, Kato Paphos

The Triumphant Procession of Dionysos, detail of two centaurs, House of Aion, Paphos
617885 The Triumphant Procession of Dionysos, detail of two centaurs, House of Aion, Paphos, Cyprus (mosaic) by Roman, (3rd century AD); House of Aion, Kato Paphos

Dionysian Procession, from El-Jem (Thysdrus) detail of Silenus Riding a Camel (mosaic
1200260 Dionysian Procession, from El-Jem (Thysdrus) detail of Silenus Riding a Camel (mosaic) (detail of 174324) by Roman, (2nd century AD); 119x258 cm; Musee du Bardo, Tunis

Dionysos and Demeter Thesmophoros (engraving)
662753 Dionysos and Demeter Thesmophoros (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dionysos and Demeter Thesmophoros)

Dionysos and Sample (engraving)
662723 Dionysos and Sample (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dionysos and Sample. Illustration from History of Greece by Victor Duruy (Boston, 1890)

Theatre of Dionysos, Athens

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"Dionysos: The Divine Patron of Wine and Revelry" Dionysos, the ancient Greek god of wine and ecstasy, has left an indelible mark on art and culture throughout history. From the majestic Parthenon to intricate mosaics, his presence is felt in various forms. In the East Pediment of the Parthenon, located atop the Acropolis in Athens, a breathtaking scene unfolds. Created between 438-432 BC by Phidias and his team, this masterpiece depicts Dionysos at its center. His commanding presence captures both power and grace as he stands amongst other gods. Moving from grand architecture to delicate details, we find ourselves exploring the House in Quarter of the Theatre archaeological site. Here lies a mosaic floor that tells tales of mythological figures intertwined with Dionysian imagery. It transports us into a world where Bacchus reigns supreme. The Theatre further immerses us into his realm as it served as a venue for dramatic performances during ancient times. This sacred space was dedicated to him, showcasing plays that celebrated his divine essence. One cannot ignore Orpheus and Bacchantes when discussing Dionysian influence on art. This captivating artwork portrays their mythical encounter with vivid colors that bring their stories to life. Throughout different eras and cultures, artists have paid homage to this deity through sculptures such as statues depicting him holding grapes or leaning on female figures like those found in Roman art. Egyptian influences are also evident with artifacts like Sphinx of Ptolemy XII Auletes showcasing how far-reaching his worship extended beyond Greece's borders. Mosaic masterpieces like "Dionysus fighting with the Indians" found at Palazzo Massimo highlight not only his role as a god but also depict epic battles associated with him.