Rare bronze statuette of a bearded satyr, Rome, 2nd century AD, worked using the hollow or vacuum technique, using lost wax. The figure of the satyr appears nude, except for the caligae (sandals), with his legs crossed at the ankles, in a slight contraposto, with his left hand behind his back and holding Pan''s flute. Roman piece based on a Greek original.
Intact piece, in perfect condition. Dark green rough patina.
Satyrs were male creatures that in Greek mythology accompanied Pan and Dionysus (Dionysian procession), wandering through forests and mountains. S atirs are playful and mischievous creatures, although their light-hearted and festive nature could turn dangerous and even violent. As Dionysian creatures, they are lovers of wine, women, and enjoy physical pleasures. They dance to the sound of aulos, castanets and bagpipes. They have a special dance called sikinnis. Due to their taste in wine, they are often shown holding goblets and appear in the decoration of all kinds of ceramic vessels. They were sometimes depicted as half-man, half-ram creatures. 8.50cm
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