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Maenad, from the House of the Ship, Pompeii, 1st century BC-79 AD (fresco)
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Maenad, from the House of the Ship, Pompeii, 1st century BC-79 AD (fresco)
XIR157760 Maenad, from the House of the Ship, Pompeii, 1st century BC-79 AD (fresco) by Roman; Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples, Campania, Italy; out of copyright
Media ID 22604550
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This print showcases a stunning fresco titled "Maenad, from the House of the Ship" dating back to the 1st century BC-79 AD in Pompeii. The artwork is attributed to Roman artists and is currently housed at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Naples, Italy. The image depicts a female figure known as a Maenad, who was believed to be a nymph associated with Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and revelry. This wall painting beautifully captures her ethereal essence and wild spirit. Dressed in flowing garments adorned with vibrant colors, she holds a thyrsus - a staff topped with ivy leaves or pine cones that symbolized fertility and ecstasy during Bacchanalian celebrations. Her gaze is both intense and alluring, drawing viewers into her world of uninhibited joy. The Maison du Navire (House of the Ship) where this fresco was discovered adds another layer of historical significance to this artwork. It offers us glimpses into the daily lives and cultural practices of ancient Pompeiians. With its intricate details and masterful brushwork preserved over centuries, this painting serves as an extraordinary testament to Roman artistic skill and their reverence for mythical figures like Maenads. As we admire this print today, we are transported back in time to witness an enchanting moment frozen on walls that have stood through history's trials.
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