Silenus and King Midas

Cleveland Museum of Art

Silenus and King Midas

Giulio BonasoneLinkedCulture matchlcp-7388f7489bc6

Date
mid 16th century
Medium
engraving
Culture
Italy, 16th century
Department
Prints
Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Object ID
143845

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In Greek mythology Silenus was an old, drunken satyr (half-man, half-goat), who visited King Midas and was graciously received. In gratitude for Midas's generous hospitality, Dionysus, the god of wine and former pupil of Silenus, granted the king one wish. Midas asked for the power to turn everything that he touched into gold. However, he soon regretted his choice, for he was unable to eat food or drink water, as they also turned to gold. Finally, Dionysus released him from the enchantment.

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Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Prasse Collection

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