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Alabastron. 6th century BC. Empuries. Spain
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Alabastron. 6th century BC. Empuries. Spain
Alabastron for perfumes with scene depicting Dionysus accompanied by a bearded satyr with billy goat body. Black figures. 6th century BC. From Empuries. Girona Archaeological Museum. Spain
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1. Title: "A 6th Century BC Alabastron from Empuries, Spain: A Black Figure Depiction of Dionysus and a Satyr with a Billy Goat Body This image showcases an ancient Alabastron, a type of perfume container, originating from Empuries, a Greek colony in the northeastern region of Spain, now known as Catalonia. Dated back to the 6th century BC, this masterpiece is currently housed in the Girona Archaeological Museum. The Alabastron is adorned with intricate black figure decoration, a popular artistic style during the Archaic period in Greece. The primary scene on this pottery piece depicts Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and theater, accompanied by a bearded satyr. Satyrs are mythological creatures known for their distinct appearance, featuring the upper body of a human and the lower body of a goat or a billy goat. Dionysus is often portrayed as a divine figure with flowing hair, draped in a himation, and holding a thyrsus, a staff adorned with ivy and a pine cone. In this depiction, he is shown in a tranquil pose, possibly imparting a blessing or bestowing a gift. The satyr, on the other hand, is shown with a playful expression, holding a goat's horn filled with wine, further emphasizing the connection between Dionysus and the satyr as symbols of wine, festivity, and the natural world. This Alabastron not only represents the rich cultural exchange between ancient Greece and the Iberian Peninsula but also showcases the intricate artistic techniques and mythological symbolism of the time. The black figure decoration on this Alabastron is a testament to the artistic prowess of the ancient Greek potters and the enduring influence of Greek mythology on various civilizations.
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