Bronze statuette of a satyr with a torch and wineskin, Hellenistic, 3rd–2nd century B.C., Greek, Bronze, H. 9 15/16 in. (25.3 cm), Bronzes, Thiasoi were jubilant celebrations in honor of Dionysos that were attended by satyrs and maenads. From ancient literature, we learn that thiasoi occurred outdoors, and often at night. This fine bronze satyr can be identified as a participant in one such revel
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