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Four putti with symbols of Bacchus
Four putti with symbols of Bacchus: cupbearer (pocillator) with urn and saucer, putto with patera (bowl) and basin (crater), one with deer over its shoulders, and one holding a dice cup. Copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli from his Antiquities of Herculaneum (Antichita di Ercolano), Rome, 1790
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Antichità Antiquities Bacchus Basin Bowl Crater Cupbearer Deer Dice Ercolano Fresco Genius Herculaneum Patera Piroli Putti Putto Saucer Symbol Tommaso
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This copperplate engraving by Tommaso Piroli, titled "Four Putti with Symbols of Bacchus," showcases the playful and mythological essence of ancient Roman culture. The image depicts four putti, or winged infants, each holding symbols associated with Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, fertility, and theater. The first putto, identified as a cupbearer or pocillator, carries an urn and saucer, symbolizing the abundant libations offered to Bacchus. The second putto holds a patera, a shallow, flat-bottomed bowl, and a crater, a deep, two-handled bowl, which were used in ancient rituals for mixing and pouring libations. The third putto is adorned with a deer on its shoulders, symbolizing the god's connection to nature and the wild. The final putto holds a dice cup, representing the element of chance and the games and revelry associated with Bacchus. This exquisite engraving is taken from Tommaso Piroli's "Antiquities of Herculaneum" (Antichita di Ercolano), published in Rome in 1790. The classical motifs and intricate details of the print evoke the opulence and grandeur of ancient Roman art, making it a stunning addition to any collection or decorative display. The putti's lively expressions and the delicate interplay of light and shadow in the engraving reflect the mastery of Tommaso Piroli's artistic skill. This work of art invites us to explore the rich history and mythology of ancient Rome, transporting us to a time of elegance, beauty, and celebration.
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